Karnataka Cabinet clears Bill on internal quota
GS2Polity · Governance · IR· Vulnerable sections (SC/ST, minorities, disabled, elderly, children)· Prelims + Mains·
Why in news
The Karnataka Cabinet approved the Karnataka Scheduled Castes (Sub-classification) Bill 2025 to implement internal reservation among the state's 101 Scheduled Castes.
Background
The bill allocates 6% reservation to each of the Dalit Left and Dalit Right communities and 5% to the Lambani, Korama, Koracha, and Bhovi communities. It also includes an amendment to the Karnataka State Commission for Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes Act to include more ST members and a woman.
Facts for Prelims
- Act / BillKarnataka Scheduled Castes (Sub-classification) Bill 2025: Provides for internal reservation among SC communities.
- FactThe bill allocates 6% to Dalit Left and Dalit Right communities.
- FactThe bill allocates 5% to Lambani, Korama, Koracha, and Bhovi communities.
- BodyKarnataka State Commission for Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes: Amended to include additional ST members and a woman.
For Mains
Q. Examine the constitutional validity and social implications of sub-classification within Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes in India.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Constitutional conflict: Balancing Article 15(4) and 16(4) with the principle of 'equality of opportunity' for sub-groups
- Representation gap: Addressing historical marginalization of specific communities within larger protected categories
- Administrative complexity: Challenges in data collection and monitoring of sub-category specific quotas
Keywords: Sub-classification · Internal Reservation · Social Justice · Constitutional Validity · Marginalized Communities
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