Controversy Erupts Over Sub-Classification of Scheduled Castes in Maharashtra
Maharashtra's government faces backlash as it attempts to implement sub-classification within Scheduled Castes, causing community tensions. Former social justice minister Rajkumar Badole criticizes the move and demands the release of a report by Justice Badar. The debate intensifies, with calls for a caste census and legal intervention.
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The Maharashtra government's attempt to implement sub-classification within the Scheduled Castes community has sparked controversy and protests. Former social justice minister Rajkumar Badole criticized the move, alleging it aimed to divide the community.
Badole demanded the release of the Justice Badar committee's report, formed in response to a Supreme Court ruling permitting states to create sub-categories. The report has been submitted but remains unpublished, further fueling tensions.
Amidst calls for annulling the decision through parliamentary legislation, the debate intensifies. Neo-Buddhists have historically influenced SC politics, but the proposed changes are seen as the BJP-led government's strategy to consolidate Hindu SC support.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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