Question
What new policy did the Haryana government introduce for
the OBC - B category, and what is the revised income ceiling for the creamy layer of OBCs?Solution
The Haryana government introduced a 5 % reservation for the OBC - B category in Panchayati Raj Institutions and municipalities, and also raised the income ceiling for the creamy layer of OBCs from ₹6 lakh to ₹8 lakh . This decision was announced by Union Home Minister Amit Shah at the Backward Classes Samman Sammelan in Mahendragarh, reflecting the state's commitment to improving representation and opportunities for OBCs .
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