Maratha Reservation Debate: Activist Manoj Jarange's Firm Stand Against Maharashtra Government

Activist Manoj Jarange has criticized the Maharashtra government's stance on including the 'sage soyare' term in the Maratha reservation notification. Jarange insists that the Maratha community should receive reservations under the Other Backward Class (OBC) category. The issue has attracted significant political attention and underscores ongoing tensions between Marathas and OBCs.

In a fiery address, activist Manoj Jarange criticized the Maharashtra government's stance on including the 'sage soyare' term in the Maratha reservation notification, claiming it would not stand legal scrutiny. The government's reluctance, he alleged, indicated opposition to such provisions.

Minister Girish Mahajan suggested the 'sage soyare' demand might not withstand court challenges, but Jarange remains adamant that Marathas deserve OBC category reservation. 'We are not taking away anyone's reservation. Our demand is lawful,' stated Jarange, currently hospitalized after a hunger strike.

The debate has sparked significant political controversy, with assembly elections looming and various leaders suggesting that the central government must intervene to ease social tensions and reach a satisfactory resolution for both Maratha and OBC communities.

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