Chapter 76 | Special Provisions Relating to Certain Classes | UPSC Indian Polity Podcast

🎙 The UPSC Podcast | Indian Polity Series 📘 Episode Title: Special Provisions Relating to Certain Classes – Safeguarding Social Justice in the Constitution In this episode, we explore one of the most socially significant areas of the Indian Constitution — the Special Provisions Relating to Certain Classes. These provisions reflect the Constitution’s vision of equality, social justice, and inclusive development, especially for the Scheduled Castes (SCs), Scheduled Tribes (STs), Backward Classes, Minorities, and Anglo-Indians. In this episode, you’ll learn: 🔹 Constitutional articles (Articles 330 to 342A) related to reservation and representation 🔹 Political representation – Reserved seats in Lok Sabha and State Legislatures 🔹 Educational and employment safeguards under Articles 15(4), 15(5), 16(4), and 16(4A) 🔹 National and State Commissions for SCs, STs, BCs, and Minorities 🔹 Role of protective discrimination in achieving substantive equality 🔹 Judicial interpretations and landmark cases on reservations 🔹 UPSC relevance – Key questions for Prelims, Mains (GS Paper II), and Essay Paper This episode provides conceptual clarity with constitutional references, examples, and case laws, helping you understand how the Constitution strives to bridge historical inequalities and promote social justice. 🎧 Tune in now to strengthen your understanding of how the Constitution empowers and protects India’s most vulnerable communities — a must-know topic for every UPSC aspirant. 🔔 Subscribe to The UPSC Podcast for more exam-oriented discussions on Indian Polity, Constitution, and Governance.