Assam Reinforces Population Policy: Two-Child Norm for Govt Jobs, Exemptions for Indigenous Communities
The Assam government has reinforced its population policy, making individuals with more than two children ineligible for government jobs and benefits, effective December 5, 2025. Key amendments introduce relaxations for Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, Tea Garden, Matak, and Moran communities, allowing up to three children.