Census 2027: Union Government Orders Recording of Caste Details in Ladakh Starting August 17
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Why in news
The Union Government notified the second phase of the Population Census 2027, specifically including the recording of caste details in Ladakh and snow-bound areas.
Background
The Registrar General and Census Commissioner of India (RG&CCI) authorized 40 questions under the Census Act, 1948. The census will collect data including Aadhaar numbers, mobile numbers, voter IDs, bank accounts, and vaccination status by February 2027.
Facts for Prelims
- Act / BillCensus Act, 1948: Provides the legal framework for conducting the decennial census in India.
- BodyRegistrar General and Census Commissioner of India (RG&CCI): The primary authority responsible for conducting the census.
- FactCensus 2027: Scheduled to collect personal identifiers like Aadhaar, mobile numbers, and bank accounts.
For Mains
Q. Discuss the significance of caste-based data in the national census for inclusive policy formulation and social justice in India.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Data-driven governance
- Social justice and reservation
- Privacy concerns vs. administrative utility
Keywords: Data-driven policy · Social stratification · Census Act · Inclusive growth · Demographic profiling
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