Registrar General directs Andhra Pradesh officials to complete Census 2027 second phase
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Demographic data and census methodology: a key GS1 and GS3 topic for socio-economic planning.
Why in news
The Registrar General and Census Commissioner of India directed Andhra Pradesh officials to complete the second phase of Census 2027 following the completion of the first phase.
Background
The first phase of Census 2027 took place from May 1 to 31, 2026, across 94,983 blocks. A total of 84,115 enumerators and 13,887 supervisors were deployed for this phase.
Facts for Prelims
- FactCensus 2027 first phase was conducted across 94,983 blocks.
- Fact84,115 enumerators and 13,887 supervisors were deployed for the first phase of Census 2027.
- PostMrityunjay Kumar Narayan serves as the Registrar General and Census Commissioner of India.
Prelims practice question
With reference to the first phase of Census 2027, consider the following statements:
- The first phase was conducted across 94,983 blocks.
- A total of 13,887 enumerators were deployed for the first phase.
- The first phase took place from May 1 to 31, 2026.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
- (a)3 only
- (b)1 and 2 only
- (c)1 and 3 only
- (d)2 and 3 only
Show answer
Answer: (c) 1 and 3 only — Statements 1 and 3 are correct. Statement 2 is incorrect: The note states 84,115 enumerators were deployed.
For Mains
Q. Discuss the significance of a comprehensive national census in formulating evidence-based policies for demographic transitions and socio-economic planning in India.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Data integrity: Ensuring accurate enumeration in high-density urban clusters and remote rural blocks
- Policy alignment: Utilizing census data to calibrate targeted welfare schemes and infrastructure distribution
- Logistical scale: Managing large-scale manpower deployment across diverse geographical terrains
Keywords: Demographic transition · Evidence-based policy · Data integrity · Socio-economic planning · Enumeration
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