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Karnataka Seeks PM Modi's Help After HC Cancels 56% SC/ST Quota
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What Happened?
Karnataka's Deputy CM G Parameshwara has requested PM Modi to amend the Constitution to include a law that raises SC/ST reservations. This follows a High Court ruling that struck down the increased quotas.
Key points
- Karnataka's law increased SC reservation from 15% to 17% and ST reservation from 3% to 7%.
- The Karnataka High Court ruled that the total reservation of 56% exceeded the 50% ceiling.
- Parameshwara argues for equal constitutional consideration as given to Tamil Nadu's 69% reservation.
- The Karnataka government has appealed the High Court's decision in the Supreme Court.
- The Nagamohan Das Commission recommended the increased quotas based on SC/ST population growth.
Key insights
- The outcome of this appeal could set a precedent for other states seeking similar reservation increases.
- If successful, the amendment may enhance social justice measures across India.
- The case highlights ongoing debates about reservation policies and their constitutional limits.
Why it matters
This issue affects education and employment opportunities for many SC and ST citizens in Karnataka.
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G Parameshwara· PersonNarendra Modi· PersonKarnataka· StateAmit Shah· PersonVirendra Kumar· PersonH N Nagamohan Das· PersonKarnataka High Court· LocationTamil Nadu· State
Source
India Today
