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Reservation Policy Economics — MCQ Practice

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Version 1Updated 10 Mar 2026

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Q1easy

Which of the following Constitutional Amendments introduced reservation for Economically Weaker Sections (EWS)?

Q2medium

Regarding the 'creamy layer' concept in reservation policy, which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. It was introduced by the Mandal Commission recommendations. 2. It applies to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. 3. Its primary economic objective is to ensure benefits reach the truly disadvantaged within backward classes. Select the correct answer using the code given below:

Q3hard

Which of the following is NOT a condition laid down by the Supreme Court in M. Nagaraj & Ors. vs. Union of India (2006) for reservation in promotions?

Q4medium

Consider the following statements regarding the economic impact of reservation policies: 1. They primarily aim to address short-term efficiency losses in the labour market. 2. They can contribute to human capital formation among disadvantaged groups. 3. The extension of reservations to the private sector is generally seen to reduce compliance costs for businesses. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Q5medium

Which of the following best describes the economic objective of the 'carry-forward rule' (Article 16(4B)) in reservation policy?

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