EWS- A Change in the Indian Political System

Linda Mariyam Jolly

SYBA, 2022-23

The EWS reservation verdict issued by the Supreme Court falls under one of the most awaited verdicts in the history of India. The balanced players of politics find this to be a good initiative by the government, which goes back to the idea that Dr Ambedkar had suggested years ago. India could be the only country in this world with thousands of castes and countless subcastes, which play a significant role in the socio-economic and cultural development of Indian society. The caste-wise reservation system has helped in our country’s growth and progress for the past 75 years by uplifting the unprivileged section of society to the mainstream, especially in the education system. But in contrast, our reservation system has already covered 49% and the Supreme Court verdict is that the total reservations cannot go beyond 50%. Hence, the 10% EWS reservation will reduce the other slabs. This may or may not sound appreciable to different sections of society enjoying the reservation schemes, but whatever the scenario is, the government should adhere to the greater good of society!