Hemant Soren launches self-enumeration phase of Census 2027 in Jharkhand
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Why in news
Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren launched the self-enumeration phase of Census 2027 to gather data for future welfare schemes and development planning.
Background
The self-enumeration phase of Census 2027 is active until May 15th. House-listing and housing census operations are scheduled from May 16th to June 14th.
Facts for Prelims
- FactCensus 2027: The upcoming decadal census of India.
- PlaceJharkhand: State where the self-enumeration phase was launched.
- FactSelf-enumeration phase: Scheduled to continue until May 15th.
- FactHouse-listing and housing census: Scheduled from May 16th to June 14th.
For Mains
Q. Discuss how accurate census data serves as a foundational pillar for evidence-based policymaking and the effective delivery of welfare schemes in India.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Data integrity: Ensuring accurate self-enumeration to minimize demographic discrepancies
- Policy alignment: Linking demographic shifts to targeted budgetary allocations for welfare
- Administrative efficiency: Streamlining house-listing to update urban and rural infrastructure planning
Keywords: Evidence-based policy · Demographic profiling · Welfare delivery · Data-driven governance · Decadal census
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