{"id":34685,"date":"2025-06-25T11:08:37","date_gmt":"2025-06-25T05:38:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/?p=34685"},"modified":"2025-06-25T11:08:39","modified_gmt":"2025-06-25T05:38:39","slug":"karnataka-minority-housing-quota","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/karnataka\/karnataka-minority-housing-quota\/","title":{"rendered":"Karnataka Minority Housing Quota Increased to 15%: June 2025 Policy Update for Competitive Exams"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Karnataka minority housing quota increased to 15%<\/strong> under all state-run schemes. Learn how this policy aligns with the Sachar Committee and 15-Point Programme for Minorities. Latest June 2025 update with exam-relevant insights.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_83 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/karnataka\/karnataka-minority-housing-quota\/#Karnataka_Raises_Housing_Quota_for_Minorities_from_10_to_15_%F0%9F%93%A2\" >Karnataka Raises Housing Quota for Minorities from 10% to 15% \ud83d\udce2<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/karnataka\/karnataka-minority-housing-quota\/#Introduction_to_the_Policy_Change\" >Introduction to the Policy Change<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/karnataka\/karnataka-minority-housing-quota\/#Scope_and_Beneficiaries\" >Scope and Beneficiaries<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/karnataka\/karnataka-minority-housing-quota\/#Rationale_Behind_the_Move\" >Rationale Behind the Move<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/karnataka\/karnataka-minority-housing-quota\/#Alignment_with_Central_Policy\" >Alignment with Central Policy<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/karnataka\/karnataka-minority-housing-quota\/#Political_Opposition_and_Constitutional_Debate\" >Political Opposition and Constitutional Debate<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/karnataka\/karnataka-minority-housing-quota\/#Why_This_News_is_Important\" >Why This News is Important<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/karnataka\/karnataka-minority-housing-quota\/#Relevance_in_Public_Policy_Governance\" >Relevance in Public Policy &amp; Governance<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/karnataka\/karnataka-minority-housing-quota\/#Implications_for_Competitive_Exams\" >Implications for Competitive Exams<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/karnataka\/karnataka-minority-housing-quota\/#Historical_Context\" >Historical Context<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/karnataka\/karnataka-minority-housing-quota\/#Origin_of_the_15_Framework\" >Origin of the 15% Framework<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/karnataka\/karnataka-minority-housing-quota\/#State_Precedents\" >State Precedents<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/karnataka\/karnataka-minority-housing-quota\/#Recent_Related_Moves\" >Recent Related Moves<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/karnataka\/karnataka-minority-housing-quota\/#Key_Takeaways_from_%E2%80%9CKarnatakas_15_Minority_Housing_Quota%E2%80%9D\" >Key Takeaways from \u201cKarnataka\u2019s 15% Minority Housing Quota\u201d<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/karnataka\/karnataka-minority-housing-quota\/#FAQs_Frequently_Asked_Questions\" >FAQs: Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/karnataka\/karnataka-minority-housing-quota\/#1_What_is_the_new_housing_quota_for_minorities_in_Karnataka\" >1. What is the new housing quota for minorities in Karnataka?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/karnataka\/karnataka-minority-housing-quota\/#2_Which_communities_are_included_in_the_minority_category\" >2. Which communities are included in the minority category?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/karnataka\/karnataka-minority-housing-quota\/#3_Why_did_the_Karnataka_government_increase_the_housing_quota\" >3. Why did the Karnataka government increase the housing quota?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/karnataka\/karnataka-minority-housing-quota\/#4_Is_this_move_legally_valid_under_the_Indian_Constitution\" >4. Is this move legally valid under the Indian Constitution?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/karnataka\/karnataka-minority-housing-quota\/#5_What_central_policies_support_this_initiative\" >5. What central policies support this initiative?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/karnataka\/karnataka-minority-housing-quota\/#6_Who_opposed_the_decision_and_why\" >6. Who opposed the decision and why?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/karnataka\/karnataka-minority-housing-quota\/#7_What_is_the_Sachar_Committee_Report\" >7. What is the Sachar Committee Report?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/karnataka\/karnataka-minority-housing-quota\/#Some_Important_Current_Affairs_Links\" >Some Important Current Affairs Links<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Karnataka_Raises_Housing_Quota_for_Minorities_from_10_to_15_%F0%9F%93%A2\"><\/span><strong>Karnataka Raises Housing Quota for Minorities from 10% to 15%<\/strong> \ud83d\udce2<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Introduction_to_the_Policy_Change\"><\/span><strong>Introduction to the Policy Change<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">On June 19, 2025, the Karnataka Cabinet approved a significant policy change, increasing housing reservations for religious minorities under state-run schemes from 10% to 15%  This decision, led by Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Housing Minister Zameer Ahmed Khan, is aimed at welfare-driven inclusive development across urban and rural areas <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Scope_and_Beneficiaries\"><\/span><strong>Scope and Beneficiaries<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The 15% quota encompasses all religious minorities, including Muslims, Christians, Sikhs, Jains, Buddhists, and Parsis, without further internal segmentation The expansion applies to all housing schemes administered by the Urban and Rural Development Departments, notably in cities such as Bengaluru and towns like Mandya <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Rationale_Behind_the_Move\"><\/span><strong>Rationale Behind the Move<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Government officials cited data indicating higher homelessness among minority groups compared to other communities Law Minister H.K. Patil emphasized the \u201cHousing for All\u201d vision, stating that minorities disproportionately need this support Deputy CM Shivakumar noted that many constructed housing units remain vacant, and reserving them for minorities ensures better utilization <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Alignment_with_Central_Policy\"><\/span><strong>Alignment with Central Policy<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The state claims consistency with central guidelines, such as the Sachar Committee recommendations and the 15-Point Programme for Minorities instituted by the NDA government  CM Siddaramaiah confirmed that this increase aligns with established federal directives <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Political_Opposition_and_Constitutional_Debate\"><\/span><strong>Political Opposition and Constitutional Debate<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The BJP has criticized the policy, labeling it \u201creligion-based reservation\u201d and questioning its constitutional validity Leaders like Amit Malviya and Pralhad Joshi argue it undermines SC\/ST\/OBC entitlements and flouts Supreme Court precedent <br>In response, state leaders assert the move addresses ground realities, not community appeasement .<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\" id=\"Karnataka-minority-housing-quota\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/static.toiimg.com\/thumb\/msid-121952331,width-1280,height-720,resizemode-4\/121952331.jpg\" alt=\"Karnataka minority housing quota\" title=\"Karnataka minority housing quota\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Karnataka minority housing quota<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_This_News_is_Important\"><\/span><strong>Why This News is Important<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Relevance_in_Public_Policy_Governance\"><\/span><strong>Relevance in Public Policy &amp; Governance<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This move reflects a significant shift in Karnataka\u2019s social welfare framework. It underscores the state\u2019s intent to proactively address housing disparities among minorities\u2014an essential aspect of targeted governance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Implications_for_Competitive_Exams\"><\/span><strong>Implications for Competitive Exams<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Polity &amp; Constitution<\/strong>: Raises questions on the constitutional legality of religion-based reservations and precedents like the Supreme Court\u2019s restrictions.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Government Schemes<\/strong>: Connects to the central 15-Point Programme for minorities and implementation of Sachar Committee recommendations.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Current Affairs<\/strong>: Offers insight into contemporary political dynamics in Karnataka, including BJP&#8217;s opposition and state government responses.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Historical_Context\"><\/span><strong>Historical Context<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Origin_of_the_15_Framework\"><\/span><strong>Origin of the 15% Framework<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The foundation lies in central directives dating back to 2006, influenced by the Sachar Committee\u2019s findings on minority socio-economic gaps. The \u201c15-Point Programme for Minorities\u201d institutionalized a 15% allocation in welfare sectors <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"State_Precedents\"><\/span><strong>State Precedents<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In 2019, a Karnataka cabinet sub-committee had recommended raising the housing quota to 15%  Despite this, actual implementation waited until renewed central notifications and mounting political pressure<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Recent_Related_Moves\"><\/span><strong>Recent Related Moves<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Earlier this year, Karnataka initiated a 4% reservation for Muslims in government contracts under \u20b92 crore, a policy also contested by the BJP <\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Takeaways_from_%E2%80%9CKarnatakas_15_Minority_Housing_Quota%E2%80%9D\"><\/span><strong>Key Takeaways from \u201cKarnataka\u2019s 15% Minority Housing Quota\u201d<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th><strong>#<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Key Takeaway<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>1<\/td><td><strong>Minority housing reservation raised from 10% to 15%<\/strong> for state-run schemes as approved on June 19, 2025.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2<\/td><td><strong>Applies to all religious minorities<\/strong> (Muslims, Christians, Sikhs, Jains, Buddhists, Parsis) with no internal sub-quotas.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>3<\/td><td><strong>Rationale<\/strong>: Growing homelessness among minority communities and numerous unoccupied housing units in urban\/rural areas.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>4<\/td><td><strong>Legal &amp; policy grounding<\/strong>: Aligns with the 2006 Sachar Committee recommendation and the Central govt\u2019s 15\u2011Point Programme.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>5<\/td><td><strong>Political debate<\/strong>: BJP labels it unconstitutional and divisive; Congress defends it as welfare-centric and legally sound.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Karnataka minority housing quota<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs_Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span><strong>FAQs: Frequently Asked Questions<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_What_is_the_new_housing_quota_for_minorities_in_Karnataka\"><\/span>1. <strong>What is the new housing quota for minorities in Karnataka?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Karnataka government has raised the housing quota for religious minorities from 10% to 15% under all state-run housing schemes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Which_communities_are_included_in_the_minority_category\"><\/span>2. <strong>Which communities are included in the minority category?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The minority communities include Muslims, Christians, Sikhs, Jains, Buddhists, and Parsis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Why_did_the_Karnataka_government_increase_the_housing_quota\"><\/span>3. <strong>Why did the Karnataka government increase the housing quota?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The state cited higher homelessness rates among minorities and the need to improve occupancy in government-constructed housing units.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Is_this_move_legally_valid_under_the_Indian_Constitution\"><\/span>4. <strong>Is this move legally valid under the Indian Constitution?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While the government claims it aligns with central guidelines and past recommendations, opposition parties have questioned its constitutional validity citing religion-based quota concerns.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_What_central_policies_support_this_initiative\"><\/span>5. <strong>What central policies support this initiative?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The decision is aligned with the 15-Point Programme for Minorities and the Sachar Committee Report, which emphasize inclusive welfare distribution.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Who_opposed_the_decision_and_why\"><\/span>6. <strong>Who opposed the decision and why?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The BJP has opposed the move, stating that it violates constitutional provisions and creates inequality among communities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_What_is_the_Sachar_Committee_Report\"><\/span>7. <strong>What is the Sachar Committee Report?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Sachar Committee Report (2006) studied the socio-economic and educational status of Muslims in India and recommended steps for their upliftment, including welfare quotas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Some_Important_Current_Affairs_Links\"><\/span>Some Important Current Affairs Links<span 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