Panchamasalis’ demand on quota stirs up a hornet’s nest

The Panchamasali Lingayat community’s demand to be included in category 2A (15%) of the other backward classes (OBC) reservation matrix has stirred up a hornet’s nest with many questions being raised on its implications for the 102 communities already in this bracket. The community, which is set to hold a mega convention in support of its demand in Bengaluru on Sunday, is currently included under 3B (5%).