Parental Job Status Must Also Be Considered for OBC Creamy Layer: Supreme Court
The Supreme Court of India has ruled that parental income alone cannot determine whether a candidate belongs to the ‘creamy layer’ within the Other Backward Classes (OBC) category. The Court clarified that while income is an important factor, the social status and employment category of parents must also be evaluated when deciding eligibility for reservation benefits. The decision could influence the way creamy layer status is assessed for children of employees working in public sector undertakings (PSUs) and the private sector.
Month: Current Affairs - March 14, 2026
Category: Polity & Governance