Karnataka frames rule to hold 15% government seats in professional courses for rural students

The Karnataka government has proposed a new rule that reserves 15% of government seats in professional courses for eligible rural students. This amendment to the existing rules, notified on September 5, aims to ensure better representation of rural students in government seats. Under the draft amendments, 7.5% of the seats will be reserved for rural students who studied in government schools or pre-university colleges, while the remaining 7.5% will be for those who studied in rural institutions, irrespective of their governance.

The new rule will come into effect upon publication in the Official Gazette and is subject to public objections and suggestions within 15 days.

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