Big blow to Muslim reservation in Maharashtra, Government canceled the decision of 5% reservation, there was an earthquake in politics.

News India Live, Digital Desk: Once again the issue of reservation has become hot in the politics of Maharashtra. Taking a big and tough step, the state government has increased the opportunities for Muslims in education and jobs. 5 percent reservation Has been officially scrapped. This decision of the government has sparked a new debate in the political and social circles of the state, the impact of which can be clearly seen in the times to come.

What is the whole matter?

The issue of giving 5% reservation to Muslims in Maharashtra was stuck in court and political complications for a long time. During previous governments, attempts were made to implement it through ordinance or special provisions. Although the Bombay High Court had earlier given the green signal to reservation in education, it had banned it in jobs. Now the present government has decided to abolish this entire provision.

Government’s reasoning and legal basis

The state government believes that reservation on the basis of religion is constitutionally challenging. According to the government, the extent and basis of reservation is being redefined keeping in mind the interests of Maratha reservation and Other Backward Classes (OBC). The government has clarified that they are in favor of giving reservation only to those classes which constitutionally come under its purview.

strong opposition from the opposition

The opposition has reacted sharply to this decision of the government. Opposition parties allege that the move is an attempt to alienate a particular community from the mainstream. Muslim organizations and social workers have also expressed their displeasure over this, saying that reservation in education was helping the backward youth of the community, which has now been taken away.

What will be the further impact?

After this decision, polarization in Maharashtra politics is likely to intensify. While on one hand Hindutva organizations are welcoming this decision, on the other hand there is uneasiness about it among the minority community. Experts believe that this matter may once again reach the threshold of the court.