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Maharashtra scraps Muslim quota, opposition protests

In a controversial move, the Maharashtra government has annulled the 5% reservation for Muslims in education and public sector jobs. This decision has drawn sharp criticism from opposition factions, who label the ruling coalition as discriminatory towards minority communities.

18 Feb 2026 2:18 pm