How does the amendment to remove the 50% cap on reservation impact Indian politics?
Explore the implications of seeking an amendment to remove the reservation cap.
- Increased Social Justice: Removing the 50% cap on reservations allows for more marginalized communities to benefit from affirmative action policies, leading to greater social justice.
- Political Support: Political parties can gain support by advocating for the removal of the cap, especially among communities seeking increased reservation benefits.
- Opposition from General Category: There may be opposition from the general category who could feel they are losing out on opportunities if reservations increase without a cap.
- Legal Challenges: The move may face legal challenges on the grounds of violating the basic structure of the Constitution, as the Supreme Court has previously upheld the 50% cap as part of the Constitution's basic structure.
- Impact on Governance: Increasing reservations without a cap could potentially impact merit-based governance and create concerns about efficiency and competence in government institutions.
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