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Omar Abdullah govt backs quota review outside, opposes it in court

IndiaTimes Saturday, 5 April 2025
The Omar Abdullah government faces criticism for requesting the HC to dismiss a petition challenging J&K’s high reservation policy, which limits access for open merit candidates. Minister Sakina Itoo suggested the affidavit was an error, promising a fresh one and affirming the government's commitment to reviewing the reservation system.
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