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The Supreme Court has upheld the quashing of Tamil Nadu's policy allowing certain converts to Islam to obtain Backward Class Muslim certificates. Here's what the October 15 judgment says about caste, religious conversion, reservation eligibility and constitutional limits.

The Supreme Court of India is set to hear a significant case on July 22, 2025 , that could redefine how caste certificates are issued to children of single mothers , especially those from the Other Backward Class (OBC) category. The matter questions current rules that prioritize paternal lineage over maternal caste identity, raising critical concerns under Article 14 (Right to Equality) and Article 21 (Right to Personal Liberty) of the Constitution. What Is the Current Sup