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    Question

    What new policy did the Haryana government introduce for

    the OBC-B category, and what is the revised income ceiling for the creamy layer of OBCs?
    A 5% reservation in education institutions; ₹8 lakh Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B 5% reservation in Panchayati Raj Institutions and municipalities; ₹8 lakh Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C 10% reservation in Panchayati Raj Institutions; ₹6 lakh Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D 10% reservation in education institutions; ₹6 lakh Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E 5% reservation in education institutions; ₹6 lakh Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    The Haryana government introduced a 5% reservation for the OBC-B category in Panchayati Raj Institutions and municipalities, and also raised the income ceiling for the creamy layer of OBCs from ₹6 lakh to ₹8 lakh. This decision was announced by Union Home Minister Amit Shah at the Backward Classes Samman Sammelan in Mahendragarh, reflecting the state's commitment to improving representation and opportunities for OBCs.

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