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SHORT ANSWER: Recent Supreme Court rulings have upheld and clarified the eligibility criteria for beneficiaries of affirmative action and reservation policies in higher education institutions in India. DETAILS: - The Supreme Court has reinforced the need for a socially and educationally backward class (SEBC) status for beneficiaries. - It has emphasized the importance of identifying and categorizing communities based on their socio-economic status. - The Court has also ruled on the limits of reservation, stating that it should not exceed 50% in total. PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable): - Institutions may face legal challenges if they do not comply with the criteria set by the Supreme Court regarding reservations. SOURCE: - Constitution of India, Articles 15 and 16; Supreme Court Judgments.
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