The Congress demands legislation for SC, ST, and OBC quotas in private non-minority education institutions. This follows recommendations from the Parliamentary Standing Committee to implement Article 15(5), which permits state laws for the advancement of socially and educationally backward classes. The Congress reiterates its commitment to introduce such legislation, ensuring constitutional validity for reservations in private institutions.
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