PMK’s M Ramadoss also asked for implementation in one-go and questioned why certain institutions were out of the ambit, but welcomed the inclusion of creamy layer. Arguing against increasing seats, he said, “VP Singh did not increase the number of posts by 54 per cent, then why should the government increase seats now?”

BJP’s Santosh Gangwar asked for examining the list of OBCs which have grown from 2,000 to 6,000-odd communities. RPI (A)’s Ramdas Athawale also mocked the anti-quota votaries and said the Constitution should be amended so that more than 50 per cent reservation can be extended. TDP’s Yerran Naidu asked for setting up a Parliamentary Standing committee for monitoring implementation of reservation.

What the Bill says

• It makes 15 pc reservations for SCs, 7.5 pc for STs and 27 pc for OBCs binding on the government

• It exempts four categories of institutions: Institutions in tribal areas, research institutions, minority institutions and super-speciality courses

• Mandatory 54 pc increase in seats

• Reservation in admissions to begin 2007

• Mandatory for all notifications, made under this law, to be placed in Parliament