20 Aug 2021 Other Backward Classes’ Sub categorization
Other Backward Classes’ Sub categorization
Why is it in the news?
The Union Cabinet has granted a six-month extension of the mandate of the Commission established under Article 340 of the Constitution to investigate the issue of sub-categorization under the Other Backward Classes (OBCs) in the Central List, from July 31, 2021 to January 31, 2022.
Background information:
- On the 2nd of October, 2017, the Commission was established under Article 340 of the Constitution, with the President’s consent.
- Justice (Retd.) Smt. G. Rohini led the commission
- The Commission has determined that it will take longer to produce its findings since the present Central List of OBCs has repetitions, ambiguities, contradictions, and spelling or transcription problems, among other things.
- As a result, the Commission requested a term extension until July 31, 2020.
- The Commission, however, was unable to carry out the task assigned to them due to the statewide lockdown and travel limitations imposed as a result of the COVID-19 epidemic.
- As a result, the Commission’s mandate will be extended for another six months, until 31.1.2021.
Timeline for implementation
After receiving the Hon‘ble President’s assent, orders for the extension of the Commission’s term and additions to its Terms of Reference will be published in the Gazette in the form of an Order made by the President.
Expenditure
The costs are tied to the Commission’s establishment and administration, which would continue to be covered by the Department of Social Justice and Empowerment.
Benefits
All persons belonging to castes/communities on the Central List of SEBCs who have not benefited significantly from the existing programme of reservation for OBCs in Central Government posts and admission to Central Government Educational Institutions will be eligible.
Source: PIB
Syllabus: GS 2 ( Vulnerable section)
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