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Another extension for OBC sub-categorisation panel
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- Union Cabinet recently approved a 6-month extension in the tenure of the commission to examine sub-categorisation of Other Backward Classes (OBC) i,e till July 31, which was appointed in 2017 with 12 weeks time frame.
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- Other Approval By the Cabinet:
(1) Addition to the commission’s terms of reference.
(2) The commission will now also “study the various entries in the Central list of OBCs and recommend correction of any repetitions, ambiguities, inconsistencies and errors of spelling or transcription.
- About the Commission:
(1) Headed by: Rohini, former Chief Justice of Delhi HC.
(2) Aim: Look into the existing list of OBCs & categorise castes that have not benefited from reservation in govt jobs &
(3) It is also expected to give recommendations to ensure that these marginalised communities get the benefits of various schemes.
Sources
The Hindu