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Karnataka Cabinet Receives 2015 Caste Census Report for Review

The long-delayed report, submitted on April 11, will be discussed in detail during the next cabinet meeting on April 17, with potential decisions on its implementation expected.

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The survey was initiated in 2015 during Siddaramaiah’s earlier tenure as chief minister. (PTI)
Siddaramaiah first commissioned the survey during his earlier stint as chief minister (ANI)

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.