"The Burden of Paternal Lineage in Modern Bureaucracy”


In Bharat, Other Backward Class (OBC) certificates are typically issued based on the father’s caste and income status, as per prevailing government norms. 

Key elements considered:

1.Caste is generally inherited paternally.
Verification of father’s caste certificate, income, and non-creamy layer status is required.
2.In case of the father being deceased, documents like death certificate and old caste proof are often demanded.

This creates a challenge for:

1.Single mothers, especially unmarried, divorced, or abandoned women, who may not have access to the father's documents.
2.Children raised without the father’s support or involvement, yet entitled to reservation benefits.

Challenges Faced by Single Mothers in OBC Certificate Issuance:

1.Proof of Paternal Caste: 
Without documents from the father’s side, authorities often deny issuance.

2.Disregard for Maternal Lineage: 
The mother’s caste, even if OBC, is not usually considered sufficient proof.

3.Legal and Bureaucratic Delays: 
Even with court affidavits or school records, applications may get rejected.

4.Social Stigma: 
Single mothers from traditional communities may face resistance or scrutiny when claiming rights independently.

Our Devanga community has been given the status of OBC in Karnataka, our institutions, must play a vital role by:

1.Issue Caste Endorsement Letters.
2.Include Mother's Lineage Records.
3.Legal Assistance.
4.Awareness and Advocacy.
5.Political and Bureaucratic Engagement.
6.Moral and Social Support.

The current system’s focus on paternal lineage in OBC certification creates systemic disadvantages for single mothers and their children. Supreme court of India has sought the opinions of the states how they can assist families in a disadvantage situation.

Can we expect our community's institutions to be proactive in this regard?

"The purpose of any organization must go beyond existence, it must serve, support, and strengthen its members."
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