obc rights - obcrights

Education First: The Pathway to True Equality in Governance

Democracy in India promises justice, liberty, and equality to all citizens. Yet, when we look at access to higher education, the picture tells a different story. Backward and marginalized communities remain underrepresented in universities, elite institutions, and decision-making spaces. To achieve true equality, education must come first. More importantly, the percentage of reservations in higher […]

Education First: The Pathway to True Equality in Governance Read More »

Is Merit a Lie, and Is Caste Privilege the True Reservation?

Whenever the debate on reservations surfaces, the word merit gets thrown around as a weapon against marginalized communities. But rarely do we pause to ask: what exactly is “merit”? Can it be measured in isolation, without considering centuries of exclusion and privilege that shaped someone’s journey? Occupying top places decades before others could not compete to

Is Merit a Lie, and Is Caste Privilege the True Reservation? Read More »

The True Purpose of Reservation in India: Beyond the Controversy

Reservation in India is often misunderstood and misrepresented as a mere quota or political favour. But the true purpose of reservation is far more powerful—it exists to give socially and educationally backward communities a fair chance to succeed in education, jobs, and leadership. Understanding this truth is vital, especially for the youth, who hold the energy and courage

The True Purpose of Reservation in India: Beyond the Controversy Read More »

Why Ignoring OBC Issues Is a Threat to Social Justice

In modern India, discussions on equality are often filled with grand slogans and ambitious promises. Yet, the real concerns of OBCs are frequently overlooked, misrepresented, or pushed aside. This silence is not harmless—it’s a dangerous barrier to social justice. When we fail to address these concerns, we allow inequality to grow deeper, making true justice for all impossible.

Why Ignoring OBC Issues Is a Threat to Social Justice Read More »

Why the Fight for Social Justice Is India’s Most Urgent Battle

The Battle That Can’t Wait In India today, Fight for Social Justice isn’t just about fairness—it’s a fight for the survival of millions. Millions of marginalized communities, especially the Other Backward Classes (OBCs), still face barriers in education, jobs, and leadership roles. Despite decades of laws and government programs, equality remains out of reach. If India

Why the Fight for Social Justice Is India’s Most Urgent Battle Read More »

The Quota Deficit: How the 50% Limit Locks Out Millions of OBCs

Even in 2025, the OBC reservation in India faces a major hurdle. The 50% reservation ceiling in India has stood like an invisible wall—one that blocks millions of Other Backward Classes (OBCs) from accessing their rightful share of education, jobs, and power. What was once upheld as a “reasonable limit” has now become a structural barrier to

The Quota Deficit: How the 50% Limit Locks Out Millions of OBCs Read More »

Fundamental Rights vs Directive Principles: Where Does Reservation Stand?

The Indian Constitution is a unique document that tries to balance individual freedoms with the needs of society as a whole. Two key components of the Constitution are Fundamental Rights and the Directive Principles of State Policy. Understanding these concepts is key to grasping the basis of reservation policies and why they often spark debate.

Fundamental Rights vs Directive Principles: Where Does Reservation Stand? Read More »

OBC Scholarship Tamil Nadu: Why Most TN OBC Youth Lose Scholarships Unknowingly

Every year, thousands of students in Tamil Nadu miss out on OBC Scholarship —not because they aren’t qualified, but because they simply don’t know how or when to apply. The sad truth is: most OBC youth lose scholarships unknowingly. This is not just a personal setback—it reflects a deep flaw in the support system that should uplift

OBC Scholarship Tamil Nadu: Why Most TN OBC Youth Lose Scholarships Unknowingly Read More »

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,

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

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

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