Karnataka Government Announces New Reservation Ratio for Scheduled Castes
Internal quota: Karnataka govt. notifies new ratio
The Hindu
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The Karnataka government has implemented a new reservation ratio, allocating 15% among 101 Scheduled Castes. This includes 5.25% each for Dalit Left and Dalit Right groups, and 4.5% for certain 'touchable' castes, raising questions about the practical application of the new roster points system.
- 01The Karnataka government has notified a 15% reservation among 101 Scheduled Castes.
- 02Dalit Left and Dalit Right groups each receive 5.25% reservation.
- 03A 4.5% reservation is allocated to select 'touchable' castes.
- 04Concerns have been raised regarding the implementation of the new roster points system.
- 05The notification follows a special Cabinet meeting held on Friday.
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The Karnataka government has officially notified a new reservation ratio, distributing 15% of reservations among 101 Scheduled Castes in the state. This decision, announced on April 28, 2026, follows a special Cabinet meeting. The new allocation includes 5.25% for the Dalit Left (comprising Madiga and allied castes) and Dalit Right (including Holeya and allied castes). Additionally, 4.5% is reserved for 'touchable' castes such as Lambanis, Bhovis, Koramas, and Korachas, along with 49 nomadic castes and 10 micro communities. However, there are concerns regarding how the roster points system and the introduction of a 'Scheduled Castes General' category will function in practice.
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This new reservation ratio could affect the allocation of government resources and opportunities for various Scheduled Castes in Karnataka, influencing their social and economic status.
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