Gurjar Reservation Movement

The Gurjar Reservation Movement is a social and political campaign by the Gurjar community in India, particularly in Rajasthan, seeking reservation benefits in government jobs and educational institutions. They demand recognition as a Scheduled Tribe (ST) to access affirmative action programs, which aim to improve the socio-economic status of marginalized groups. The movement has involved protests, negotiations with the government, and significant political activism. While the Gurjars argue this status is justified due to their socio-economic conditions, the situation has been complicated by tensions with other communities and legal challenges in the reservation policy framework.