Government orders special software for blind

In a step that would bring relief to scores of blind persons aspiring for clerical jobs across the country, the government has decided to provide them a special keyboard and screen reading software while appearing for recruitment tests.The order of the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment will be applicable for the recruitment tests scheduled in the first fortnight ofthis month."Candidates with visual impairment be allowed the choice of the key board layout that is compatible with Mangal font for taking the skill tests. Theappropriate key board layout together with the compatible screen reading software such as JAWS, SAFA for the purpose of skill test be provided either by SSC at the venue of the test or the visually impairedcandidates be allowed to use their own computer/laptop for the skill test," the January six order by Chief Commissioner for Persons with Disabilities P K Pincha to the Staff Selection Commission (SSC) said. For more click below


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