A delegation of BJP MPs met with Prime Minister Narendra Modi to express their concerns about the recent Supreme Court observation on identifying the creamy layer within the SC and ST communities. Following the meeting, Modi reassured the MPs of the NDA government's continued commitment to the welfare of these communities. This meeting came after Justice B.R. Gavai suggested that states should develop policies to identify the creamy layer and exclude them from reservation benefits.
Narendra Modi Meets BJP MPs Over Supreme Court's Creamy Layer Observation
Background:
The Supreme Court of India has been considering the issue of "creamy layer" within the Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities. The concept of creamy layer refers to individuals from these communities who have achieved a certain level of financial success and education, and are no longer considered socially and economically disadvantaged.
In a recent observation, Justice B.R. Gavai suggested that states should develop policies to identify the creamy layer and exclude them from reservation benefits. This observation raised concerns among BJP MPs, who represent constituencies with a large number of SC and ST voters.
Meeting with Prime Minister:
A delegation of BJP MPs met with Prime Minister Narendra Modi on August 25, 2023, to discuss their concerns about the Supreme Court's observation. According to sources, the MPs expressed their apprehension that the creamy layer identification could lead to a reduction in reservation benefits for deserving SC and ST candidates.
Modi's Reassurance:
Prime Minister Modi reassured the MPs that the NDA government remained committed to the welfare of the SC and ST communities. He reportedly said that the government would work with state governments to ensure that the interests of these communities are protected.
Top 5 FAQs and Answers:
1. What is the creamy layer concept?
Creamy layer refers to individuals from marginalized communities who have achieved a certain level of financial success and education, and are no longer considered socially and economically disadvantaged.
2. Why is the Supreme Court considering this issue?
The Supreme Court is examining whether the creamy layer concept should be applied to SC and ST communities to ensure that reservation benefits reach the most deserving candidates.
3. What was the Supreme Court's observation?
Justice B.R. Gavai suggested that states should develop policies to identify the creamy layer and exclude them from reservation benefits.
4. Why are BJP MPs concerned?
BJP MPs fear that the creamy layer identification could lead to a reduction in reservation benefits for deserving SC and ST candidates, who form a significant portion of their voter base.
5. What has Prime Minister Modi said about this issue?
Prime Minister Modi has reassured BJP MPs that the government remains committed to the welfare of SC and ST communities, and that their interests will be protected.
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