Supreme Court to Hear Bihar's 65% Quota Appeal in September

Jul 29, 2024, 06:13 AM

The Supreme Court has agreed to examine the State of Bihar's appeal against a Patna High Court decision that set aside state amendments increasing reservation quotas from 50% to 65% for Backward Classes in public employment and educational institutions. However, the Supreme Court has refused to grant any interim relief and has not stayed the Patna High Court's order. The matter has been listed for hearing in September. The decision was made on Monday. The case involves Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar.