Manipur High Court hears plea to prioritize NRC over census amid protests
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Why in news
The Manipur High Court is hearing a PIL regarding the prioritization of the National Register of Citizens (NRC) over the Census exercise due to local protests.
Background
The Kangleipak Students Association (KSA) filed a PIL in the Manipur High Court. The first phase of the Census is scheduled for September 1-30, 2026, but training is currently halted pending a decision from the Union Ministry of Home Affairs.
Facts for Prelims
- BodyThe Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) is the nodal ministry for the National Register of Citizens (NRC).
- FactThe Census of India is conducted by the Office of the Registrar General and Census Commissioner, India.
- PlaceManipur is a state in Northeast India.
For Mains
Q. Discuss the challenges in conducting a nationwide census in regions with demographic sensitivities and the role of the judiciary in balancing administrative priorities.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- demographic complexities
- judicial oversight
- administrative hurdles
- federal-state coordination
Keywords: Demographic transition · Judicial activism · Administrative hurdles · Identity politics
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