Overview

• The Karnataka State Commission for Backward Classes submitted the 2015 caste census report to the state cabinet on April 11, marking a significant step in addressing its findings.
• The report, commissioned by former Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, was a ₹162 crore effort involving over 160,000 personnel and covering more than 10.6 million households.
• The report is divided into two sets, with one detailing caste-wise and constituency-wise population data and the other focusing on socio-economic and educational indicators from secondary sources.
• A detailed discussion on the report and its potential implementation is scheduled for the next cabinet meeting on April 17, where the formation of a sub-committee and expert panel may be considered.
• Opposition leaders have criticized the report, alleging political motivations and questioning its methodology, while some Congress members have called for decisive action on its findings.