Bombay High Court Refuses Day To Day Hearing On Maratha Quota

The <b>Bombay High Court</b> on November 5 refused to conduct day-to-day hearings on petitions challenging the validity of the Maharashtra State Reservation for Socially and Educationally Backward Classes Act, 2024. The legislation provides a <b>10 percent quota</b> to the Maratha community in education and public service. A full bench headed by Justice Makarand Karnik stated that the matter is already being heard at regular intervals. The court noted that it is making every possible endeavour to give priority to the public interest litigation and connected matters while managing its existing workload. The bench, which also includes Justice Nijamoodin Jamadar and Justice Sandeep Marne, declined the request for continuous daily hearings. The court confirmed that ongoing hearings will continue as per the assigned regular sessions, ensuring due attention to the case.