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In a recent decision, Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Cabinet has decided not to implement the Supreme Court's recommendation regarding reservations for Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST). The announcement was made by Union Minister for Information and Broadcasting Ashwini Vaishnaw on Friday, August 9. Vaishnaw clarified that the Indian Constitution, as drafted by B.R. Ambedkar, does not include provisions for a 'creamy layer' among SCs and STs. Vaishnaw explained that the Cabinet discussed the Supreme Court's recent ruling, which included recommendations concerning reservations for SCs and STs. 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 the existing reservation policies without modifications based on income levels within these communities.