The has decided to set up a Backward Classes Commission to collectempirical dataon other backward classes (OBC) Population andreservation.
The state government has decided to set up an independent backward class commission to collect empirical data on the OBCs.
The Supreme Court rejected thestate governmentsreview petition concerningpolitical reservationto the OBCs in local body Elections. It has ruled that reservation in favour of the OBC in local bodies should not exceed the 50% cap determined by it.