SC-ST Reservation: Congress Holds Major Meeting Today to Mobilize SC/ST Votes for Upcoming Elections

In a cabinet meeting chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday, the government clarified that the 'creamy layer' criterion will not be applied to the reservation for Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST). The term 'creamy layer' refers to individuals and families within these communities who fall into the higher income bracket. The decision to reject the recommendation underscores the government's stance on maintaining existing reservation policies without modifications based on income levels within these communities. Meanwhile, the Supreme Court has directed the allocation of quotas within quotas. The Congress party, aiming to secure SC/ST votes in the upcoming elections across four states, is holding a major meeting today to strategize. The party is preparing to confront the central government on this issue and discuss the implications of the Supreme Court’s recent order.