A caste census means collecting information about the caste of the people during the population survey. In India, it was last performed in 1931, except for Scheduled Castes (SCS) and Scheduled Tribes (STS), which is counted in every census. Now, the government has said that caste will be part of the next major census. This is important because it helps to know how many people belong to different caste groups.
What has been fixed and when there will be a census
The government has decided to include caste data in the next population survey. This is the first time in many years that information of such wide caste will be collected. The census was delayed due to the Kovid -19 epidemic and is now expected to start soon. During this survey, data such as age, gender, language, education and caste will be recorded. This information will help the government better understand the population. Officers are also planning to use digital methods to collect data more quickly and accurately. After the survey is completed, the final data is expected to be released by 2026. This information will be very useful for planning new policies and programs that correspond to the needs of various communities across India.
What is expected from the upcoming census
The upcoming census is going to be more elaborate than before. This will not only collect basic information like name, age and education, but will also include caste details for the first time in several decades. The government wants to ensure that each group is counted correctly, so the data will be collected carefully. The new digital tool can be used to speed up the process and help reduce mistakes. Once the data is collected and shared, it will help update government schemes, especially related to those who are related to jobs, education and support for poor families. This caste data will also give a clear picture of India’s population and show how different groups are living.
