Maratha quota: A look at Manoj Jarange's demands

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1. Immediate implementation of Maratha reservation:

Manoj Jarange Patil's foremost demand was the swift and immediate implementation of the Maratha reservation in Maharashtra. Image credits: X

2. Maratha demographics and professions:

Marathas constitute a significant 33% of Maharashtra's population, engaged in various professions, including landownership, agriculture, and warrior roles. Image credits: X

3. Agrarian struggles and Maratha distress:

Agrarian Marathas have been grappling with farm distress. This group has made the Marathwada region a focal point of the caste agitation. Image credits: X

4. Kunbi certificate for reservation:

Patil emphasized that a Kunbi certificate should be granted to individuals seeking reservation within the Maratha community. Image credits: X

5. Historical evolution of Maratha reservation demands:

The demand for Maratha reservations dates back to 1982, with the first protest led by labour union leader Annasaheb Patil. Image credits: X

6. Reservation implementation and legal challenges:

In 2004, the Maharashtra government included Maratha-Kunbis and Kunbi-Marathas in the list of other backward classes (OBCs) but excluded those identifying solely as Marathas. Image credits: X

7. Solution and amendments:

Patil called for amendments to the government's free education policy, ensuring education benefits for all Marathas until the community receives full reservation. Image credits: X Find Next One