1990 Indian Mandal Commission Report

The Mandal Commission Report, submitted in 1990, aimed to identify socially and educationally backward classes (SEBCs) in India. It recommended reserving 27% of government jobs and educational institutions for these groups, primarily focusing on castes not covered by existing reservations. The report aimed to address historical injustices and promote social equity. Its implementation sparked significant debate and protests across the country, highlighting issues of caste, affirmative action, and social justice. The mandate has since influenced India's policies on caste-based reservations to uplift marginalized sections of society.