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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