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"Displeased Verdict": Bombay High Court Rebukes State for Inadequately Managing Maratha Quota Demonstrations

Gathering instigated following apprehensions regarding the magnitude and consequences of the demonstrations, causing significant interruptions in Mumbai's everyday life.

"Dissatisfied verdict": Bombay High Court chastises State for poor management of Maratha quota...
"Dissatisfied verdict": Bombay High Court chastises State for poor management of Maratha quota demonstrations

"Displeased Verdict": Bombay High Court Rebukes State for Inadequately Managing Maratha Quota Demonstrations

In the heart of Mumbai, Maharashtra, the Maratha reservation protests, led by activist Manoj Jarange Patil, continue to make headlines. These protests, which began some time ago, are a significant issue currently being addressed by the Bombay High Court.

The Bombay High Court has recently expressed strong disapproval of the Maharashtra government's handling of these protests. This disapproval was expressed on Tuesday, and it comes in the context of the ongoing case, Amy Foundation v State of Maharashtra, which the court is currently hearing.

The Amy Foundation, an organisation involved in the case, has been a key player in the proceedings. The case is related to the OBC quota, a matter of contention in the Maratha reservation protests.

The Maratha reservation protests, which have been ongoing in Mumbai, have been a critical matter in the state of Maharashtra. While the right to protest is not explicitly mentioned in the provided information, it is important to note that the peaceful exercise of this right is a fundamental aspect of a democratic society.

The Chief Justice (President) of the Bombay High Court, Justice Shree Chandrashekhar, who has been criticised by activist Manoj Jarange Patil in connection with the Maratha Reservations protests, was appointed as Chief Justice of the Bombay High Court in September 2025.

Access to the full article is restricted and requires a subscription. However, this brief overview provides a clear picture of the ongoing situation and the role of the Bombay High Court in addressing the Maratha reservation protests.

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