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Solving the ‘Census Puzzle’ to understand the ‘Mind of State’ (Part 2)

In the decades following independence, India’s census transformed from a tool of enumeration into an instrument of nation-building.

30 Apr 2026 Read Time: 9 Min

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Can the caste census reflect an accurate picture in modern India?

Caste census debates recur each election; past attempts reveal measurement challenges, identity fluidity, politicisation, and risks of flawed data driving divisive policies instead of justice.

17 Apr 2026 Read Time: 10 Min

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