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  • Jul 18, 2024
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“KARNATAKA’S PRIVATE SECTOR JOB RESERVATION: KEY INSIGHTS”

Why in the news?

  • “Karnataka’s Controversial Private Job Reservation Bill Sparks Debate and Concerns Among Industry Leaders and Legal Experts.”
  • “Locals” are defined as individuals born in Karnataka, domiciled in the state for 15 years, proficient in Kannada.
  • Applicants must pass a state government language proficiency test.
  • Initially, 50% of managerial positions must be filled by locals, with a three-year grace period for training.
source:medium 

About “Karnataka’s Controversial Private Job Reservation Bill:

  • Karnataka’s new bill prioritises local job seekers in private sector roles, aiming to implement long-awaited job reservations for Kannadigas.
  • Specific quotas for management and non-management positions are mandated to ensure job opportunities for locals.
  • The initiative follows persistent demands, including recent rallies, urging the implementation of the Sarojini Mahishi Report’s recommendations from 1984.
What is Local Reservation?

  • Local reservation prioritises job opportunities for residents of a specific state, aiming to address unemployment concerns and cater to local political interests.
  • It ensures that jobs within the state are initially available to its residents before being offered to outsiders.