TN govt. issues instructions regarding preferential reservation for SC (A) candidates
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Summary
TN Arunthathiyars Act provides for 16% preferential reservation for Arunthathiyars within the overall 18% reservation for SC in admissions to educational institutions and in appointments/posts under the State
Key Facts
Type Legislation
Source The Hindu - National
Published Wednesday, 13 May 2026
Affected Population ~350 million BPL population, 140 million elderly
Key Numbers
PM-JAY: 55 crore beneficiaries
MGNREGA: Rs 86,000 crore annual outlay
NSAP pensions: 3 crore beneficiaries
Education budget: Rs 1.25 lakh crore (2025-26)
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Government Context
NDA III BJP-led NDA
Left Centre Right