SC/ST representation in Zilla Parishads

Assam Cabinet Takes Positive Step to Boost SC/ST Representation in Zilla Parishads through Panchayat Rule Amendment

In a landmark and positively impactful decision, the Assam Cabinet has amended the Panchayat rules to ensure SC/ST representation in Zilla Parishads, addressing long-standing concerns about equitable political representation for marginalized communities. This move is expected to pave the way for greater inclusion in local governance structures, specifically benefiting Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes…

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Moran and Matak community

Exclusive Voting Rights Spark Controversy in Moran and Matak Council Polls in Assam

In a significant move with widespread implications, the Assam Cabinet has officially approved that only members of the Moran and Matak community will be eligible to vote in their respective autonomous council elections. This decision, while aimed at safeguarding ethnic representation, has triggered both support and criticism from various political corners and civil society. This…

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