Should the Census include a caste count as proposed by the Centre Discuss.
Deliberating on the implications and controversies surrounding the proposal to include a caste count in the Census.
- Increased representation: Including a caste count in the Census could provide better insights into the demographic composition of India, leading to more targeted policies and programs.
- Social justice: It may help in addressing historical disadvantages faced by marginalized communities, leading to better allocation of resources and opportunities.
- Data reliability: Caste-based data could be used to monitor progress in reducing caste-based discrimination and inequality.
- Controversies: There are concerns about the potential misuse of such data for political gain or perpetuating caste-based divisions.
- Privacy concerns: Collection of sensitive caste-related information may raise privacy issues for individuals.
- Data credibility: There may be challenges in accurately capturing caste-related identities due to inter-caste marriages and changing social dynamics.
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