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OBC Groups Urge Mandatory Caste Coding in Census, Warn Against Flawed Enumeration

OBC Groups Urge Mandatory Caste Coding in Census, Warn Against Flawed Enumeration

OBC organizations called for mandatory caste coding in the Census, cautioning that ‘unscientific’ enumeration could waste public funds and undermine data accuracy. They argue standardized coding is essential for reliable statistics and policy planning.

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OBC groups seek mandatory caste coding in Census, warn against ‘unscientific’ enumeration