Paper: GS-II, Subject: Society and Social justice, Topic: Population and Associated Issues, Issue: Census of India.
Context:
The next-Census of India will conclude by March 1, 2027. It will be held after a gap of 16 years, the longest delay in Independent India’s history (last Census was in 2011).
- Reason for Delay: The 2021-Census was postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic and other logistical challenges.
Key Points
- Digital-Census: This-Census will be India’s first digital enumeration, marking a significant technological advancement in the counting process.
- The digital approach aims to enhance accuracy and efficiency in data collection and processing.
- Caste Enumeration: For the first time in Independent India, the-Census will include an enumeration of castes, which is expected to provide valuable insights into the demographic composition of the country.
Census-Process in India
- Official Notification: The government has yet to announce the commencement date for the-Census exercise.
- The official notification regarding the-Census and the dates for the two phases is expected to be published in the official gazette tentatively on June 16, as per the provisions of the Census Act of 1948.
- Constitutional Mandate: The Constitution of India mandates the conduct of a-Census, ensuring that population data is collected systematically and regularly to inform policy-making and resource allocation.
The upcoming-Census represents a significant milestone in India’s demographic data collection efforts, with advancements in technology and inclusivity in data gathering. The inclusion of caste enumeration and the shift to a digital format are expected to enhance the quality and relevance of the data collected.
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