SC-ST Reservation: Court Seeks Response From Center On Demand To Exclude 'creamy Layer'
The Supreme Court has sought response from the Central Government on petitions seeking to set criteria to exclude the 'creamy layer' of SC-ST from reservation benefits. These petitions are based on the Supreme Court's decision of August 1, 2024, which said that the principle of 'creamy layer' also applies to SC-STs. The petitioners are demanding data collection and time limits to ensure benefits to disadvantaged groups.