Mains Answer Writing - 27 Aug, 2026

GS2

Indian Polity

15 marks

The debate over applying the creamy-layer principle to SC/ST reservations raises a tension between historical group-based discrimination and intra-group inequality. Critically examine its constitutional and social implications.

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Tips for your answer

Distinguish caste-based structural discrimination from economic backwardness while discussing intra-group inequality.
Use Articles 14, 15, 16 and the Davinder Singh judgment as key constitutional anchors.
Avoid reducing the debate to whether economically better-off SC/ST members “deserve” reservation; focus on substantive equality.

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