Caste, Covid vaccination: Centre notifies 40 questions for Census Phase 2 starting next month

India's central government has finalized 40 questions for the second phase of its national Census, which is slated to commence on September 1. This phase will focus on snow-bound regions across the country.

The questionnaire includes queries related to citizens' caste and their COVID-19 vaccination status. The inclusion of these specific topics aims to gather detailed demographic and health-related data from the population.

According to a government order, the census exercise is designed to collect comprehensive information that will aid in policy-making and resource allocation. The data gathered is expected to provide insights into various societal aspects, including social stratification and public health.

This notification follows previous preparations for the census, with the government ensuring all necessary arrangements are in place for the upcoming data collection drive in challenging terrains. The census is a crucial exercise for understanding the nation's demographics and planning for its future development.