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Mayawati Opposes 'Creamy Layer' Idea
✍️ The Hindu
🗓 10 Aug 2026, 05:38 AM
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BSP president Mayawati has opposed the 'creamy layer' concept for SCs and STs, terming it a reflection of a 'casteist mindset'. She criticized the RSS for undermining constitutional objectives.
Mayawati has strongly opposed the idea of introducing a 'creamy layer' concept for Scheduled Castes (SCs) and Scheduled Tribes (STs). According to her, this concept reflects a 'casteist mindset' and may serve narrow political interests. The BSP president believes that such a concept would undermine the constitutional objectives of promoting social equality and justice. Mayawati's opposition to the 'creamy layer' idea is significant, as it highlights the ongoing debate about social justice and equality in India. The concept of 'creamy layer' is often associated with the idea of excluding certain individuals or groups from reservation benefits based on their economic status.