More broadly, Modi has been criticised for failing to deliver jobs for young people and better conditions for farmers. "Creating reservations in jobs may just prove to be one more 'Jumla' (gimmick) for the purpose of election promises." The lower castes have faced various forms of discrimination including segregation and social boycotts. There have been attempts to reduce caste-related inequality, and the country has had many lower caste leaders, including current president Ram Nath Kovind. But introducing quotas for lower castes has always been a contentious issue and have led to violent protests, though India's income levels and expenditure patterns remain largely linked to caste.

Source: Dhaka Tribune January 08, 2019 14:26 UTC