The Hindu·3 min read·medium
Mayawati opposes ‘creamy layer’ for SCs, STs in reservation, hits out at RSS
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BSP leader Mayawati has publicly opposed the introduction of a 'creamy layer' concept for SC and ST reservation policies. She criticized the RSS for politicizing the issue and argued that reservation is essential for social justice.
BSP supremo Mayawati on Sunday (August 9, 2026) opposed the 'creamy layer' concept in reservations for Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes, arguing that affirmative action was linked to their social transformation, economic emancipation and self-respect and criticised the RSS for politicising the issue.
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