Karnataka Cabinet approves internal quota split for Scheduled Castes from total 17% reservation
In a historic decision, the Karnataka State Cabinet approved a new reservation matrix for Scheduled Castes (SCs), slicing the existing 17% reservation. Dalit Right (Holeyas) and Dalit Left (Madigas) groups will each receive 6% internal quota, while Lambani, Korama, Koracha, Bhovis, and 59 other smaller communities will be allotted 5%. This decision aims to bring closure to a three-decade-old struggle for internal reservation among SCs, following the Supreme Court's allowance for such provisions. An ordinance will be promulgated after the Monsoon session to implement these changes.
Key Points
- Karnataka Cabinet approved a new internal reservation matrix for Scheduled Castes (SCs) within the existing 17% quota.
- Dalit Right (Holeyas) and Dalit Left (Madigas) groups will each get 6% internal reservation.
- Lambani, Korama, Koracha, Bhovis, and 59 other smaller communities will receive 5% reservation.
- The decision follows the Supreme Court's allowance for internal reservation among SCs and aims to resolve a long-standing demand.
- An ordinance will be promulgated after the Monsoon session to formalize the new reservation categories.
Exam Facts
- Karnataka State Cabinet approved internal reservation for SCs from the total 17% quota.
- Dalit Right (Holeyas) and Dalit Left (Madigas) groups to get 6% each.
- Lambani, Korama, Koracha, Bhovis, and 59 other communities to get 5%.
- The decision is based on recommendations from the Nagamohan Das Commission.
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