Ashoka Kumar Thakur vs Union Of India And Ors

The Supreme Court addressed the constitutionality of the Central Educational Institutions (Reservation in Admission) Act 2006 and the 93rd Amendment to the Constitution, focusing on the principles of equality under Articles 14, 15, and 16. The Court emphasized that while the Constitution prohibits untouchability and discrimination based on caste, it also aims for a casteless society, raising questions about the effectiveness of reservations in achieving social empowerment. The matter was referred to a larger bench due to its significant implications on social justice and equality.