Hyderabad, Feb. 4 -- The Telangana Legislative Council has approved the classification of Scheduled Castes (SCs) in the state, marking a significant step towards social justice and equitable distribution of benefits among various SC sub-groups.
Following the government's statement on the summary of the SC Classification Commission report, it was revealed that a total of 59 sub-castes have been identified among the SCs. The commission recommended dividing them into three groups to ensure fair representation and access to government benefits.
After approving the SC classification, the Legislative Council was adjourned.
The decision is expected to pave the way for effective policy implementation aimed at addressing disparities within the SC...