Affirmative action (or Reservation) is like Pocket Money!
Whilst growing one needs it (and must have it) but any long term dependance on it is harmful to the beneficiary!!!
Affirmative action (or Positive Discrimination) in a Socialist country is a necessary and an accepted outcome. Like all the legislations it is created towards uplifting effect on the society. Although in India its weak definition and ill-usage has had divisive effect on the country and its population. In its current form it will only ascertain a divided India, VOID of Indians (most citizens are interested in being part of SC/ST lists first than being Indians).
All future legislators should learn from this. It would benefit the future society if legislations are drafted to lapse after a certain period. This will give the future society a chance to change the legislation suitable for their time, obviously after checking for the success or failure of the previous legislation.
The following changes should make the affirmative action accessible to wider audience in India,
(within Economic Incentive e.g. Jobs, Reduced Loan rates)
Affirmative action can be availed by every third generation after first instance.
(within Education Incentive e.g. Admission towards Post graduation or Higher Studies)
Affirmative action can be availed by every second generation after first instance.
I sincerely hope Indian Legislators save India from dividing any further!
Wednesday, October 1, 2008
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