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  Uttar Pradesh gears up for Census 2027 in two-phase, caste count in second phase

  Uttar Pradesh | May 02, 2026 13:51 IST

  The second phase, scheduled for February 2027, will involve collection of individual-level data, including population details. Importantly, this phase will also include a caste census, which will be conducted in line with central government policy.

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  BJP avoiding caste census under guise of women's quota: Akhilesh Yadav in Lok Sabha

  India | April 16, 2026 14:43 IST

  The SP leader also said that his party supports the idea of women’s reservation but raised concerns over its implementation and intent. He alleged that the government was trying to overlook women from backward and marginalised communities.

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  Karnataka: CM Siddaramaiah announces fresh caste census; Rs 420 crore allocated for exercise

  Karnataka | September 12, 2025 16:04 IST

  On June 12, the Karnataka Cabinet approved a new survey, effectively setting aside the one conducted in 2015. This move was based on Section 11(1) of the Karnataka State Commission for Backward Classes Act, 1995, which requires the backward classes list to be reviewed every ten years.

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  'It was my mistake': Rahul Gandhi's admission on caste census

  India | July 25, 2025 16:08 IST

  Rahul Gandhi said that he had failed to protect the interests of the OBCs in his political career of 21 years. He said he understood the problems of Dalits and the STs, but the problems and issues faced by the OBCs are hidden.

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  Muqabla: Does Congress want 'credit' for caste census?

  News | June 17, 2025 23:26 IST

  Muqabla: Does Congress want 'credit' for caste census?

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  Maulana Mahmood Madani backs caste-based census, calls it a step towards just governance

  India | June 17, 2025 21:08 IST

  Maulana Mahmood Madani stressed that accurate data would help ensure fair access to benefits and government schemes, particularly for marginalised communities that have long been overlooked.

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  Congress central leadership orders new caste census in Karnataka, says DK Shivakumar

  Karnataka | June 10, 2025 23:50 IST

  Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar said, "We will give fresh opportunity to everyone who felt they were left out in the earlier caste survey."

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  Rahul Gandhi says he fights for caste census to save Constitution and overall betterment of country

  Bihar | June 06, 2025 16:48 IST

  Rahul Gandhi, during his visit to Bihar, strongly supported the caste-based census, criticized the Nitish Kumar government for Bihar’s law and order decline, and advocated for economic reforms and reservation policy changes.

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  Karnataka govt begins door-to-door caste survey to gather detailed data on SC communities

  Karnataka | May 05, 2025 13:12 IST

  The Karnataka government has decided to conduct the caste census, CM Siddaramaiah said that by May 17, 101 sub-castes falling under the Scheduled Caste will be counted in the state.

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  Centre approves caste census: Here's how to apply for caste certificate online | Step-by-step guide

  India | May 02, 2025 13:52 IST

  The good news is that, in the era of Digital India, getting a caste certificate no longer requires running from one government office to another. You can now apply from the comfort of your home. Scroll down to check the step-by-step guide.

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  Caste census: CM Reddy suggests Centre to form ministers' panel, offers Telangana model as blueprint

  May 01, 2025 15:55 IST

  The Central government has announced its decision to incorporate caste-based data collection in the upcoming nationwide census.

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  Modi Govt Approves Caste Census: Why It Matters; What Caste Census of Bihar & Karnataka Revealed?

  Originals | May 01, 2025 14:47 IST

  India's next census will include caste data. The announcement came from Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, following a high-level meeting chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. How will it benefit India, and what did caste census of Bihar, Karnataka reveal?

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  OPINION | Caste census: How Modi floored the opposition

  India | May 01, 2025 14:11 IST

  It is no secret that Modi decided to opt for a caste census with the Bihar assembly elections in mind. Bihar chief minister Nitish Kumar wanted a caste-based census, and Wednesday's CCPA decision is a clear change from the BJP's original stand.

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  India's last caste census was in 1931: A look into its findings and historical significance

  India | May 01, 2025 14:08 IST

  As the government prepares to include caste enumeration in the upcoming national census, it revives memories of the last full-fledged caste census which was conducted way back in 1931. The census, conducted under British rule, was the last official enumeration that recorded caste-wise data.

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  Caste census: BJP vs Congress and a Rahul Gandhi poster factor in rush to take credit

  India | May 01, 2025 13:01 IST

  Although the Congress claims its push for a caste Census compelled the Centre to act, the ruling BJP argues that Congress governments since Independence have consistently opposed such an initiative.

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  Congress calls CWC meeting on Centre’s surprise caste census decision after 11 years

  India | May 01, 2025 12:04 IST

  The Congress Working Committee will meet on Friday at the party’s Delhi headquarters to discuss the Centre’s surprise move to include caste enumeration in the upcoming national census — a first since Independence. The decision follows sustained pressure by opposition parties.

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  Maharashtra CM Fadnavis Lauds Centre’s Caste Census Decision, Calls It A 'Historic Decision'

  News | May 01, 2025 8:02 IST

  Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis lauded the Centre’s Caste census decision. He also hailed it as a “historic decision”.

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  Aaj Ki Baat: How did Modi change the game of Bihar elections?

  Aaj Ki Baat | April 30, 2025 23:36 IST

  Narendra Modi announced to conduct caste census. The proposal for caste census was approved in the meeting of the Cabinet Committee on Political Affairs. As soon as IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnav gave information about this decision, the political atmosphere of the entire country changed.

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  Aaj Ki Baat: Full episode, April 30, 2025

  India | April 30, 2025 23:42 IST

  Ashwini Vaishnaw said that some states have done caste surveys, and conducting a census is in the domain of the central government. He said Cabinet Committee on Political Affairs has decided today that caste enumeration should be included in the forthcoming census.

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  Rahul Gandhi welcomes govt's caste census decision, says 'we want a timeline'

  India | April 30, 2025 20:14 IST

  The government has announced that caste enumeration would be included in the forthcoming census exercise in a transparent manner.