To,
The Hon’ble Prime Minister of India,
South Block, New Delhi
Subject: Appeal for a merit-based and economically inclusive system of opportunities
Respected Sir,
I write to you as a young citizen of India , a student who believes that our nation’s strength lies in equality, not division.
Sir, caste-based reservation has become a political tool . After more than 75 years of independence, it has become a permanent fixture in our policy structure. While its intent was noble, its impact today deserves review - not to take away anyone’s rights, but to ensure fairness for all.
According to NITI Aayog (2023) and NCRB data:
• Over 70% of India’s poor today come from all castes, including so-called “upper castes,” yet they remain outside the safety net of reservation.
• Nearly 85% of government jobs and higher education seats are covered under some form of reservation, leaving limited space for open competition.
• Around 80,000 students from the General Category scored above 95% in Class 12 (CBSE 2024), yet many couldn’t get admission to top colleges due to seat constraints.
• Meanwhile, in some institutions, the cut-off gap exceeds 50–70 marks, creating deep frustration and hopelessness among meritorious youth.
Sir, India needs an economic and merit-based model of affirmative action that uplifts the poor and deserving from every section of society - not one that divides based on caste lines drawn 70 years ago.
Reservation should be a support system, not a political tool. It must empower the underprivileged, not penalize merit.
We, the youth of India, are not asking for special privilege - only for equal opportunity. Please initiate a national review of the reservation policy and design a new model rooted in economic need, education level, and regional backwardness, rather than inherited identity.
We dream of an India where every student, regardless of caste, can say:
“My future is in my hands - not in my caste certificate .”
With deep respect and hope,
Yours faithfully,
A concerned General Category youth
(For equality, fairness, and one India for all)