DoPT Report Reveals High Representation of SC, ST, and OBC Groups in Sanitation Jobs
A report by the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) shows that over 66% of Group C 'safai karmacharis' (sanitation workers) in the Union government belong to SC, ST, and OBC categories. Specifically, SCs make up 36.75%, STs 8.18%, and OBCs 21.15% of these roles. In contrast, Group A posts show lower representation: 14.2% for SCs, 6.54% for STs, and 19.14% for OBCs. The report highlights a trend shift where OBC representation in government jobs has increased from 21.57% in 2018-19 to 26.32% currently, while SC representation slightly declined.
Key Points
- Over 66% of central government sanitation workers are from SC, ST, and OBC communities.
- OBC representation across all central government groups has risen to 26.32% from 21.57% in 2018-19.
- Group A posts (highest level) have 14.2% SC, 6.54% ST, and 19.14% OBC representation.
- The report currently lacks data on employees from the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS).
Exam Facts
- SC representation in Group C sanitation roles is 36.75%.
- Overall OBC representation in Union government jobs increased to 26.32%.
- Total Union government employees accounted for in the report: 32.52 lakh.
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