Telangana State Commission for Backward Classes visited Madhya Pradesh to study the survey methods employed there in triple test mandates laid down by the Supreme Court for implementing reservation to other backward classes.
The triple test involves appointment of panels, gathering empirical data for quantifying the extent and backwardness of OBCs local body-wise and ensuring that the quota does not exceed the 50% ceiling as laid down by the Supreme Court.
Led by Chairman of the Commission V. Krishnamohan Rao, Members Ch. Upendra, N. Subhapradh Patel and K. Kishore Goud, Member-Secretary B. Venkatesham visited MP for four days and met the officials of OBC Welfare, Panchayat Raj and Rural Development, Social Justice, Minorities and also Bhopal-based intellectuals. The tour concluded on Saturday.
