Reservations

Article 46 of the constitution states that, "The State shall promote, with special care, the education and economic interests of the weaker sections of the people, and, in particular of the scheduled castes and scheduled tribes, shall protect them from social injustice and all forms of social exploitation." articles 330, 332, 335, 338, to 342 and the entire fifth and sixth schedules of the constitution deal with special provisions for implementation of the objectives set forth in article 46. Similarly, articles 30(1) provides for the rights of the minorities to establish and administer educational institutions of their choice. These provisions need to be fully utilized for the benefit of these weaker sections in our society.

The Indian Constitution is committed to the equality of citizens. The directive principles of the Government Policy is also to promote with special care the educational and economic interests of the weaker sections of the people, and, in particular, of the SC/STs and minorities. To achieve the "Equality" with many facets, special provisions have been made in the constitution of India.