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Centre rejects plea to introduce income-based creamy layer in SC/ST quotas
The Union government has opposed a petition seeking to introduce an income-based 'creamy layer' in the Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes (SC/ST) reservation policy, arguing that it is not aligned with judicial precedent. The majority of welfare schemes have a means test, ensuring benefits reach those who deserve them. The Centre claims this approach will prevent misuse of reservations. The opposition alleges that the government's stance is an attempt to dilute the quota system.
How outlets across the spectrum covered it
Left 2 · Centre 2 · Right 0 n = 4
- Left (2): Scroll.in, The Hindu
- Centre (2): Deccan Herald, LiveLaw