In February 2026, the Assam Cabinet approved reservation of _____ for the Tea Tribes & Adivasis in state government jobs.

The correct answer is 3%. In News The Assam Cabinet, chaired by Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, has approved a 3% reservation for the Tea Tribes and Adivasi communities in state government jobs. Key Points Sub-category Reservation: This 3% reservation will be carved out from the existing Other Backward Classes (OBC/MOBC) quota in the state. Objective: The move is aimed at ensuring better representation and socio-economic upliftment of the tea garden workers and the Adivasi population in government services. Scope: The reservation will be applicable across all departments of the Assam state government for direct recruitment. Cultural Context: The Tea Tribes are an essential part of Assam’s social fabric, but they have historically faced challenges in accessing high-level government employment due to educational and economic barriers. Additional Information Assam is the largest producer of tea in India, and the "Tea Tribes" consist of descendants of laborers brought by the British from various parts of India (like Odisha, Bihar, and Jharkhand). Previously, the Assam government had also increased the daily wages of tea garden workers to improve their standard of living.