Quota short of 50% mark, raise OBC share: NCBC to West Bengal, Punjab
NCBC advises West Bengal and Punjab to raise OBC quota to fully utilize 50% reservation cap for SCs, STs, and OBCs in govt employment and education, as mandated by the Supreme Court. Hansraj Ahir expresses displeasure over Congress's moves regarding OBC quotas and Muslims. TOI reports on the ongoing battle over quotas involving BJP, TMC, and AAP.
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