Congress General Secretary Jairam Ramesh raised concerns over Census 2027 questionnaire design
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Census 2027 has a nefarious purpose, says Congress
Congress leader Jairam Ramesh has criticized the upcoming Census 2027, alleging that the methodology for collecting caste data is deliberately flawed. He claims the questionnaire design undermines accurate caste enumeration, raising concerns about political motives behind the exercise. This debate is significant for exams as it touches on constitutional provisions for Census (Article 246, Seventh Schedule), social justice policies, and the historical context of caste-based enumeration in India. Understanding the political and administrative dimensions of Census 2027 is crucial for polity and governance sections.
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Exam-ready takeaways
Allegation: Methodology for collecting caste data is 'deliberately flawed'
Census 2027 will be the first since 2011; delayed due to COVID-19 pandemic
Caste enumeration last conducted in 1931; Socio-Economic and Caste Census (SECC) 2011 data not fully released
Census falls under Union List (Entry 69), Seventh Schedule; conducted under Census Act, 1948
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