A Note to Arjun Singh

We've read a lot of heavy stuff about the 27%reservation for OBCs. Here's my attempt at simplifying the case.


Do you think, Mr. Arjun,
That we can't see through your move?
We know there's an election,
And you're getting into the groove.

We're not against a campaign,
Not also against upliftment,
But not in the bargain,
Fuelling communal discontent.

Give them seats who need them most,
Who have no funds for education.
But please do not recall the ghost
Of the disastrous Mandal Commission.

Caste is no yardstick, sir,
To separate man from man.
Don't think the caste divide will blur,
It only will enhance.

Think about the poor brahmin,
Think about the wealthy OBC,
Which one needs the reservation, sir?
Wear lay glasses and see.