Backward Classes
Coverage of Backward Classes in the Nexus archive.
- Ahinda groups must develop political awareness, says Yathindra Siddaramaiah
Urban Development Minister Yathindra Siddaramaiah urged Ahinda groups, including minorities, backward classes, and Dalit communities, to expand their presence from state and district levels to villages to strengthen political awareness and ensure social and political empowerment.
- Backward Classes leaders in A.P. demand fair deal
Backward Classes leaders in Andhra Pradesh, through the National BC Welfare Association, are demanding basic amenities at welfare hostels, 34% reservations in local self-government institutions, and legislation to prevent discrimination and social humiliation.
- Tamil Nadu moves SC against Madras HC order on backward status of converts to Islam
Tamil Nadu has approached the Supreme Court challenging a Madras High Court order related to the backward status of converts to Islam. A 2024 government order states that converts from Backward Classes, Most Backward Classes, Denotified Communities, or Scheduled Castes to Islam should be classified as BC (Muslim) to access reservation benefits.
- YSRCP alleges betrayal of BCs, plans State-wide stir
YSRCP accuses the coalition government of betraying Backward Classes (BCs) by denying them political representation and welfare benefits. The party plans a state-wide agitation following zonal meetings after a Vijayawada convention.
- Unity among BCs, Dalits, minorities need of the hour: Markfed Director
The Markfed Director emphasized the importance of unity among Backward Classes (BCs), Dalits, and minorities. The statement highlights the need for collective solidarity within these communities.