Jat protests

The Jat protests refer to demonstrations by the Jat community, an influential social group in northern India, demanding recognition of their status as Other Backward Classes (OBC). This classification would grant them access to certain reserved government jobs and educational opportunities. The protests, primarily in Haryana and nearby states, began in 2016 with large rallies demanding inclusion in the OBC category for affirmative action. These protests led to clashes with authorities, disruptions, and political debates over caste-based reservations and social equity. The movement highlights ongoing issues of social justice, minority rights, and the complexities of affirmative action policies in India.