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If general girl married to sc boy can she take SC benefits ?
25-Jul-2024 (In Civil Law)
In India, inter-caste marriages especially those involving a partner from a Scheduled Caste (SC) are recognized and even encouraged through specific government schemes aimed at promoting social harmony and reducing caste-based discrimination. However, the caste status and reservation benefits are determined strictly by birth, not by marriage.
So here's how it works:
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If a general category boy marries an SC girl:
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The boy remains in the general category and does not gain any reservation benefits.
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The SC girl retains her SC status and continues to be eligible for SC-related benefits.
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Their children will typically inherit the caste of the mother in this scenario, meaning they may be considered SC but this is subject to verification by the competent authority and may depend on social upbringing and acceptance by the SC community.
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