‘Reservation Hatao Andolan’ solidifies into quota reforms/general category interest platform
The movement has now prepared a charter of demands that calls for a National Commission for the General Category, the complete rollback of the UGC’s 2026 caste-equity rules, and a review of the SC/ST (Prevention of Atrocities Act)
The "Reservation Hatao Andolan" (RHA), initially focused on demanding the removal of caste-based reservations, has evolved into the "RHA Reservation Reforms Movement." This shift has led to a broader platform advocating for quota reforms, particularly benefiting general category communities. The movement, which began with protests at Jantar Mantar, has now presented a comprehensive charter of demands.
These demands include the establishment of a National Commission for the General Category, the complete revocation of the University Grants Commission's 2026 caste-equity rules, and a review of the SC/ST (Prevention of Atrocities Act). The activist leading the movement, Anuradha Tiwari, announced these demands during a press conference.
She emphasizes that the movement is spurred by public anger and feedback, aiming to address the grievances of general category communities. Additionally, the movement proposes the introduction of a creamy layer exclusion concept in reservations for Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes, similar to the one used for Other Backward Classes.
The demands also emphasize the prohibition of discussing or exploring reservations in the private sector. Despite initial denials of permission to protest at Jantar Mantar, thousands of students and community members still participated in demonstrations across India, leading to a significant shift in the movement's direction.
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