Karnataka Cabinet Approves 30% Reservation for STs in Forest Guard Recruitment
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AI-generated summary of the coverage listed below: The Karnataka government has amended the Forest Department (Services) (Recruitment) Rules to allow Scheduled Tribe members to be directly recruited as Forest Guards and Watchers. The change, announced by Deputy Chief Minister G Parameshwara, sets a 30 percent reservation for ST candidates in these posts. The move aims to increase tribal participation in forest protection roles and is part of a broader effort to enhance diversity in state services.
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- Center (2): Deccan Herald, The New Indian Express
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- Karnataka Cabinet approves 30% reservation for ST communities in forest watcher, guard recruitment — Deccan Herald (center)
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