The Himachal High Court refused to defer Panchayati Raj elections, directing polls for PRIs and urban local bodies before April 30, 2026. Disposing a PIL, the Division Bench ordered the State Election Commission to complete process by February 28.
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The National Commission for Backward Classes (NCBC) criticizes Karnataka’s classification of entire Muslim community as backward caste for reservations, citing lack of nuance and complexities within Muslim society. They argue for a more specific approach recognizing marginalized castes and communities, highlighting the impact on principles of social justice.
