Reservation in Bihar: A Study of Nitish Government Initiative
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https://doi.org/10.31305/rrijm.2024.v09.n01.003Keywords:
Reservation, Bihar, Nitish Kumar, Government, Disadvantage, Social Justice, marginalised communitiesAbstract
This paper deals with the reservation policies in Bihar, focusing on the initiatives undertaken by the Nitish Kumar government. This research assesses the Nitish government's efforts in promoting social justice and equal opportunities within Bihar's socio-political landscape. It also encapsulates the Nitish Government’s multifaceted approach, spanning historical reforms and contemporary initiatives such as the caste survey or caste census, positioning him as a pivotal figure in the trajectory of reservation policies. The paper unfolds the intricate interplay of caste dynamics, political evolution, and policy alterations that have shaped Bihar's reservation discourse.
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