Converting to Islam does not automatically entitle a person to ‘Backward Class Muslim’ status !
The Court held, “A convert to Islam cannot claim the status of Backward Class Muslim. He is only a Muslim, and that’s all there is to it.”
The Court held, “A convert to Islam cannot claim the status of Backward Class Muslim. He is only a Muslim, and that’s all there is to it.”
North Central Railway and the Ministry of Railways to refund the reservation amount (₹1,876) along with 8% annual interest and pay total compensation amounting to ₹20,000.
This decision has ended the ‘OBC-A’ and ‘OBC-B’ system that was in force during the Mamata Banerjee government.
Children of such parents are not eligible for reservation in Government jobs and educational institutions. In 2017, this income limit was increased from Rs 6 lakh to Rs 8 lakh per year.
From 1 March onwards, passengers will be required to use the ‘RailOne’ app for ticketing services.
In reality, no such law was enacted. Therefore, the ordinance automatically lapsed.
Several social organisations and employee associations have demanded strict action against him.
Omar Abdullah pointed out that those who have been admitted have been admitted based on merit. The entire community should not be blamed for one incident.
Revanth Reddy said that his Government has launched many schemes for the welfare of the Muslim community, such as strengthening the Waqf Board and expanding reservation in education.
I have assured Chhagan Bhujbal that this ordinance will not affect the OBC community in any way.