Socio-Economic Upliftment through Affirmative Action

Affirmative action in India refers to constitutionally backed policies and welfare interventions aimed at improving social equity, economic participation, and access to opportunities for historically disadvantaged communities, thereby supporting inclusive national development.

Primary Beneficiaries

  • Scheduled Castes (SCs)
  • Scheduled Tribes (STs)
  • Other Backward Classes (OBCs)
  • Economically Weaker Sections (EWS)
  • Minority communities
  • Persons with disabilities

Recent Trends

  • SC Judgment: A seven-judge bench in State of Punjab v. Davinder Singh upheld the power of states to create sub-classifications within SC and ST categories to ensure benefits reach the "more backward."
  • Disability Rights: 2025 SC rulings emphasise functional impact, alongside statutory medical certification.

Background

  • The Poona Pact ....
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