I’m an OBC candidate. Is the BC-A caste applicable to me? I’m aiming for a government job and want to change my surname. Is this legally possible? We got married in an Arya Samaj ceremony. Is that enough proof? I need clear guidance. Please help.

The ‘BC-A’ caste is not a recognized category in Indian law. You can legally change your surname, and an Arya Samaj marriage certificate is generally accepted as proof of marriage. However, to claim OBC reservation for a government job, you’ll need to provide a valid OBC certificate issued by the competent authority, which may require additional documentation.