Karnataka to reserve 2% of government jobs for athletes across 34 disciplines
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Sports quota and incentivization: a GS2 Social Justice case study on promoting sports culture.
Why in news
The Karnataka government announced a gazette notification reserving 2% of government jobs for athletes across 34 disciplines to promote sports and recognize achievements.
Background
The Karnataka government is reserving 2% of government jobs for athletes across 34 disciplines. The policy includes weightage marks ranging from 12 to 50 for these positions.
Facts for Prelims
- FactKarnataka government job reservation for athletes: 2%
- FactNumber of sports disciplines covered: 34
- FactWeightage marks for athletes: 12 to 50
- PostG. Parameshwara: Deputy Chief Minister and Minister for Sports, Karnataka
Prelims practice question
What is the percentage of government jobs reserved for athletes under the new Karnataka policy?
- (a)2%
- (b)5%
- (c)15%
- (d)10%
Show answer
Answer: (a) 2% — The Karnataka government announced a gazette notification reserving 2% of government jobs for athletes.
For Mains
Q. Discuss the significance of institutionalizing sports quotas in public employment to foster a sports-centric culture in India.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Incentive structure: Balancing merit-based selection with sports-specific weightage marks
- Social mobility: Leveraging sports as a tool for inclusion of rural and marginalized youth
- Policy scalability: Challenges in standardizing performance metrics across 34 diverse sporting disciplines
Keywords: Sports Quota · Public Employment · Incentivization · Social Inclusion · Policy Framework
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