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In a landmark decision aimed at promoting inclusivity, the Odisha government has decided to introduce a separate category for the third gender in all state job application forms.
The Department of Social Justice and Empowerment has issued a directive to every government department, instructing them to add the "third gender" option alongside the existing male and female categories.
This step is expected to end the long-standing confusion faced by transgender applicants while filling out government job forms. Until now, they were often compelled to choose between "male" or "female," leading to significant challenges and discrimin...