Centre Approves Caste Census Alongside Population Survey

Ashwini Vaishnav

In a landmark decision, the Union Cabinet has approved the inclusion of caste-based data collection as part of the upcoming national population census. This move marks a shift from separate surveys to a more transparent and official method of caste enumeration.

The Cabinet Committee on Political Affairs (CCPA) has given the green signal to integrate caste data into the broader census process, aiming for accuracy and inclusivity in policy planning.

This decision is seen as a major political and social development, potentially influencing welfare schemes, reservations, and data-driven governance.