National Commission for Backward Classes

National Commission for Backward Classes to get constitutional status, Rajya Sabha passes Bill

It also passed the National Commission for Backward Classes (Repeal) Bill, 2017 which seeks to repeal the National Commission for Backward Classes Act, 1993. 

Aug 06, 2018, 18:03 PM IST

Punjab and Haryana High Court upholds Jat quota Act valid, but stays it till March 2018

The Jat quota will remain on hold, said the Punjab and Haryana High Court on Friday.

Sep 01, 2017, 15:21 PM IST

Bill on NCBC may be sent to RS Select Committee

A bill to accord constitutional status of the National Commission for Backward Classes is likely to be referred to the Select Committee of the Rajya Sabha.

Apr 11, 2017, 12:59 PM IST

Valid ground for reservation in private sector: BJP

The recommendations of a central panel for 27 per cent reservation for OBCs in private sector jobs on Wednesday evoked favourable reactions from parties with the ruling BJP noting it can be done after creating a conducive atmosphere.

Feb 11, 2016, 00:45 AM IST

NCBC recommendation would promote special justice: Ramadoss

 PMK today supported the Central RPT Central panel's recommendation to provide 27 per cent reservation in private sector jobs for candidates belonging to Other Backward Classes (OBC) and demanded additional quota to members of notified communities and ST.

Feb 10, 2016, 16:26 PM IST