__________ became the first State to reserve jobs for transgender persons in July 2021.
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
The correct answer is option 4` i.e. Karnataka
- After Sangama v State of Karnataka case, Karnataka became the first and only state to offer 1% horizontal reservation to transgender persons in 2021.
- The state government allocated a 1% reservation in government jobs for transgender individuals, acknowledging the historical discrimination and marginalization they have faced.
- This proactive step aimed to provide opportunities for economic empowerment and social integration, setting a significant precedent for other states in India to follow.
- In 2023 April, transgender persons were included in the OBC category in Madhya Pradesh.