Bihar Government Reserves 35% Government Services for Women Candidates in State

In a significant move, Chief Minister Nitish Kumar-led Bihar government announced on July 8 that 35% of all government services and posts will be reserved for women candidates in the state. The key decision, taken in an election year, was approved in a cabinet meeting chaired by Chief Minister Kumar. Bihar is gearing up for assembly polls later this year. All women candidates who are original residents of Bihar will be given 35% reservation in all direct recruitment for government services and jobs according to the decision.

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