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The Barriers of OBC Are Not Invisible—They’re Intentionally Ignored by Political Powers

The Barriers of OBC Are Not Invisible—They’re Intentionally Ignored by Political Powers

India proudly calls itself the world’s largest democracy. But when it comes to the representation of Other Backward Classes (OBCs), the silence is loud. The Barriers of OBC are not accidental—they are the result of a political system that fears true equality. Whether it’s delayed caste data, lack of job access, or underrepresentation in key institutions, […]

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From Protest to Policy: How SFRBC Is Shaping the Future of OBC Rights

From Protest to Policy: How SFRBC Is Shaping the Future of OBC Rights

There is a paradigm shift in the mode of struggle for the rights of OBCs. No longer limited to street demonstrations and political catchphrases, the movement in Tamil Nadu and across India is becoming more organized, evidence-based, and solution-oriented. At the forefront of this new wave is the Society for the Rights of Backward Communities (SFRBC)—a

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From Top Ranks to Early Exits: Why Are Socially Disadvantaged Students Dropping Out?

From Top Ranks to Early Exits: Why Are Socially Disadvantaged Students Dropping Out?

In the competitive landscape of Indian education, clearing the IIT entrance exam is considered the ultimate badge of merit. For thousands of students from Other Backward Classes (OBC), Scheduled Castes (SC), and Scheduled Tribes (ST), securing a seat is not just an academic victory — it’s a triumph over historical barriers, systemic exclusion, and generational

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OBC Reservation Injustice: Rights on Paper, Discrimination in Practice

OBC Reservation Injustice: Rights on Paper, Discrimination in Practice

The Constitution of India guarantees equality, yet millions from the Other Backward Classes (OBC) still face systemic denial of opportunities. Denial of OBC reservation is not just a legal issue—it’s a lived experience that highlights the deep gaps between policy and practice. While reservation quotas exist on paper, their real implementation often falls short, leaving

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Deserving but Disappeared: Why OBCs remain Underrepresented

Deserving but Disappeared: Why OBCs remain Underrepresented

How can a group that forms the backbone of India’s workforce, agriculture, and economy remain invisible in the places that matter most? Despite constituting over 50% of India’s population, OBCs are still fighting for basic recognition and equal space in education, employment, and decision-making platforms. This stark OBC underrepresentation is not just puzzling, it’s deeply unjust. The Vanishing

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Justice Delayed is Justice Denied: Why Social Justice Must Be Urgent

Justice Delayed is Justice Denied: Why Social Justice Must Be Urgent

How long must the marginalized wait for what’s already theirs? Justice delayed is not just about slow adjudication, but it’s about a system that makes the marginalized wait for what’s rightfully theirs. In India, Social Justice is often promised but rarely delivered on time. For millions, especially those fighting for OBC reservation, this delay is not abstract.

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Deserved But Denied: The OBC Struggle for Real Representation

Deserved But Denied: The OBC Struggle for Real Representation

OBCs make up over 50% of India’s population—yet our voices are barely present where real power lives. In Parliament, policy circles, and top government roles, representation remains disturbingly low. Yes, though reservations have partially opened some doors in education and jobs, but still not in decision-making spaces. The truth is uncomfortable: we’re still left out of the rooms that

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