Congress leader dubs proposed BC reservation in local body polls eyewash
Andhra Pradesh Congress leader Kolanukonda Shivaji has criticized the state government's proposed 34% reservation for Backward Classes in local elections, calling it an 'eyewash.' He argues the plan lacks the necessary legal and constitutional groundwork to be implemented effectively.
Why it matters
The critique highlights the political friction surrounding caste-based reservations and the administrative complexities of implementing such policies in India.
Andhra Pradesh Congress Committee (APCC) vice-president Kolanukonda Shivaji on Wednesday criticised the coalition government for celebrating the proposed 34% reservation for the Backward Classes (BCs) in the local body elections.
Addressing the media at the party office, Andhra Ratna Bhavan, Mr. Shivaji called the exercise meaningless without completing the legal and constitutional process required for its implementation.
The senior Congress leader wondered whether two months would be sufficient to complete the caste survey, submission of the report by the Dedicated Commission, passage of the amendment Bill, issuance of an ordinance, Governor’s recommendation, Presidential assent, and subsequent clearance from the High Court and Supreme Court. He said the government could have initiated the process a year ago.
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