Eknath Shinde Brings Maratha Quota Bill Despite History Of Court Setbacks
NDTV
Earlier attempts by Maharashtra governments to introduce reservation for Marathas have been struck down by courts
As the Eknath Shinde government in Maharashtra holds a special Assembly session today on the Maratha reservation issue, it will add another chapter to the long history of the community's fight for quota benefits.
Earlier attempts by state governments to introduce reservation for Marathas have been struck down by courts. But waves of protests and the community's political significance have led to repeated revivals of the sensitive issue. The community accounts for 33 per cent of Maharashtra's population.
Amid the latest push, Mr Shinde has said reservation to Marathas will be given according to the law after presenting a survey report during the day-long session today.
