Manvi Madhu Kashyap: First Transwoman Sub-Inspector in Bihar Police
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | Manvi Madhu Kashyap and two other transgender individuals became the first transwoman sub-inspectors in Bihar Police. |
| Exam Cleared | Bihar Police Subordinate Selection Commission (BPSSC) exams. |
| Challenges Faced | Rejection and discrimination from coaching centers in Patna due to her transgender identity. |
| Inspiration | Kashyap aims to inspire her transgender community and plans to return to her village in uniform. |
| Activist's Call | Transgender activist Reshma Prasad urges others to advocate for transgender rights and welfare. |
| Government Body | National Council for Transgender Persons (NCTP) advises on policies related to transgender individuals. |
| Legislation | Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Act, 2019 established the NCTP. |
| Government Initiative | Bihar government, following Patna High Court's directive, is integrating transgender individuals into police services. |
| Bihar Capital | Patna |
| Chief Minister | Nitish Kumar |
| Governor | Rajendra Arlekar |
| Official Language | Hindi |
| Population (2011) | Over 104 million |
| Economy | Agriculture-dominated |
| Literacy Rate | Below national average |
| Cultural Heritage | Folk dances like Jat-Jatin, Jhijhian, and festivals such as Chhath Puja. |