Vishwanath Pratap Singh, also known as V. P. Singh, was the Prime Minister of India from 1989 to 1990. He made a big change in India that helped many people. This change is known as OBC reservation.
What is OBC Reservation?
OBC stands for Other Backward Classes. These are groups of people who were often poor and did not get good chances in life. V. P. Singh decided to help them by giving them more opportunities in government jobs and schools.
The Mandal Commission
Before V. P. Singh became Prime Minister, a group called the Mandal Commission studied the problems faced by OBCs. They suggested that 27% of government jobs and school seats should be reserved for OBCs. This idea was meant to help these people get better jobs and education.
A Big Decision
When V. P. Singh announced that he would follow the Mandal Commission’s suggestions, many people were unhappy. There were protests and strikes, and some people were very angry. But V. P. Singh did not change his mind. He believed it was important to help OBCs.
Why is This Important?
V. P. Singh’s decision helped many people who had been treated unfairly for a long time. It gave them more chances to succeed in life. This was a big step towards making India a fairer place.
A Lesson for Us
V. P. Singh’s actions teach us about bravery and fairness. Even when many people were against him, he stood up for what he thought was right.
A Message to Young People
As young people, we should remember V. P. Singh and his work. He showed us that helping others and making things fair is very important. We should try to continue his work and make sure everyone gets a fair chance in life.
V. P. Singh’s story is a reminder that one person can make a big difference. Let us be inspired by his actions and work towards a better, fairer India.
