This document contains the Supreme Court of India's judgement in the case of Sunil Kumar Rai & Ors. versus The State of Bihar & Ors. The judgement addresses the classification of the 'Lohar' community in Bihar and their eligibility for Scheduled Tribe status. It clarifies that 'Lohars' are not Scheduled Tribes but are considered Other Backward Classes (OBCs), overturning a notification that incorrectly granted them Scheduled Tribe status. This judgement is crucial for understanding legal precedents regarding caste classifications and tribal status in India.
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