Over the last 65 years the state has seen majority of Maratha chief ministers and cabinet ministers, even Union cabinet ministers. The Marathas have always wielded disproportionately significant political, commercial and social influence in the state and yet they are asking for reservations today.
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The terms and conditions imposed by Jarange Patil on the government including implementation of Maratha reservation within next two months is going to be a daunting task.