Bare Act
The Maharashtra State Reservation (of seats for admission in educational institutions in the State and for appointments in the public services and posts under the State) for Socially and Educationally Backward Classes (SEBC) Act, 2018
This legislation establishes a framework for granting affirmative action benefits to designated socially and educationally backward communities, specifically incorporating the Maratha community, within Maharashtra. It mandates reserving sixteen percent of available seats in both state-owned and non-minority private educational institutions, alongside a matching percentage of direct recruitment positions across state public services. The rules apply to eligible individuals who fall below designated income thresholds under creamy layer criteria, while exempting specialized medical or technical positions and existing quotas for other recognized groups. This measure aims to expand educational access and public employment opportunities for historically underrepresented populations across the state.
- 1. Short title and commencement.
- 2. Definitions.
- 3. Applicability.
- 4. Reservation of seats for admission in educational institutions, appointments in public services and posts under State for Socially and Educationally Backward Classes (SEBC).
- 5. Reservation not to be affected.
- 6. Competent Authority.
- 7. Carrying forward of reserved vacancies.
- 8. Responsibility and powers for compliance of Act.
- 9. Penalty.
- 10. Power to call for records.
- 11. Representation in selection Committee.
- 12. Irregular admissions and appointments void.
- 13. Competent Authority to be public servant.
- 14. Protection of action taken in good faith.
- 15. Power to make rules.
- 16. Savings.
- 17. Power to remove difficulty.
- 18. Repeal and savings.
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