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title: "M. Nagaraj v. Union of India (2006): Verdict"
description: "M. Nagaraj v. Union of India (2006) upheld SC/ST promotion reservations with three key conditions, impacting policy for government employment in India."
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Model Diplomat Research Team · Last reviewed June 22, 2026

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