Q.2 Explain the salient features of the constitution (One Hundred and Third Amendment) Act, 2019. Do you think reservation can be treated as a poverty alleviation measure? Substantiate your views. (15 Marks)

Mentor’s Comments- https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/editorial/questionable-criterion-the-hindu-editorial-on-ews-quota-income-limit/article37742415.ece https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/explained-why-is-the-centre-going-to-revise-income-eligibility-limit-for-economically-weaker-sections/article37729803.ece Begin by introducing the 103rd amendment act. Discuss the salient features of the act, where it is applicable, which constitutional articles have been amended etc. Give arguments in favour of the act- reduces poverty, inequality, open for all. Give arguments against the act- reservation meant for socially disadvantaged, arbitrary eligibility limit, … Continue reading Q.2 Explain the salient features of the constitution (One Hundred and Third Amendment) Act, 2019. Do you think reservation can be treated as a poverty alleviation measure? Substantiate your views. (15 Marks)