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Gender integration in India’s uniformed services: The Coast Guard catches up

The Indian Coast Guard has implemented permanent absorption and retirement benefits for women officers, aligning its gender integration policies with the Indian Army, Navy, and Air Force. This move follows Supreme Court directives and government orders ensuring equal opportunities in uniformed services. The decision marks a significant step toward gender parity in India's maritime security forces, enabling women to serve full careers with pensionary benefits. For competitive exams, this development is crucial under defence, polity, and social issues sections, reflecting institutional reforms in women's empowerment.

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