Archive · 19 Nov 2025
Prakash Ambedkar on Caste Reservation, Maratha Quota, and Maharashtra Politics
Prakash Ambedkar, a prominent Dalit leader, visited The Free Press Journal office.
He discussed his views on caste-based reservations, the Maratha community's demand for reservations, and the upcoming local body elections in Maharashtra.
He also shared his thoughts on the differences between BJP and Congress, and why his party hasn't aligned with other regional parties.
Prakash Ambedkar opposes the concept of 'creamy layer' in caste-based reservations
He believes caste-based discrimination is deeply ingrained and needs a holistic approach
Ambedkar questions the demand for Maratha reservation, citing changing demographics and wealth
He criticizes both BJP and Congress for being domineering
Ambedkar's Vanchit Bahujan Aghadi will contest 150 seats in upcoming BMC elections
- Who
- Prakash Ambedkar
- What
- Discussed his views on caste-based reservations, Maratha quota, and Maharashtra politics
- When
- Tuesday
- Where
- The Free Press Journal office
- Why
- To share his perspective on current issues
Pro-Creamy Layer
Anti-Creamy Layer
Creamy Layer Implementation
Pro-Creamy Layer
Supports the concept of creamy layer in reservations
Anti-Creamy Layer
Opposes the concept of creamy layer in reservations
- Age
- 71
- Grandfather
- Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar, architect of the Indian Constitution
- Political Party
- Vanchit Bahujan Aghadi
- Elections to Contest
- 150 seats in upcoming BMC elections