Government of India Reservation for Economically Weaker Sections (EWS)
Government of India Reservation for Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) 1. Constitutional Background: Introduced through the 103rd Constitutional Amendment Act, 2019 . Added Article 15(6) and 16(6) :
Article 15(6): Provides up to 10% reservation for EWS in educational institutions. Article 16(6): Provides up to 10% reservation for EWS in public employment. 2. Eligibility Criteria for EWS: Annual household income less than ₹8 lakh. Exclusion if the family owns:
Agricultural land of 5 acres or more. Residential flat of 1000 sq. ft. or more. Residential plot of 100 sq. yards or more in notified municipalities. Residential plot of 200 sq. yards or more in other areas. 3. Key Features: Horizontal Reservation: Applies to unreserved categories without disturbing SC/ST/OBC quotas. Covers general category individuals who are economically weaker. Applicable in admissions to central and state government institutions, as well as public employment. 4. Current Affairs (Developments): Supreme Court Judgment (2022): Uph…