The creamy layer excludes economically advanced OBCs from reservation benefits. It ensures that only the truly disadvantaged get support.
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As of now, families earning over ₹8 lakh annually fall under the creamy layer and are ineligible for OBC reservation benefits
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The ₹8 lakh cap was set in 2017. Lawmakers argue it’s outdated and doesn’t reflect inflation or rising living costs
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Many MPs and experts suggest raising the limit to ₹10 lakh or more to include more deserving OBC students in the reservation net
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If revised, more OBC students from middle-income families could benefit from reserved seats in education and jobs.
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A change could increase the number of eligible candidates in UPSC, NEET, and JEE, intensifying competition.
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Even with lower income, children of top government officials or professionals may still fall under the creamy layer.
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