Congress seeks caste census timeline, Rahul welcomes ‘sudden’ choice

“Earlier, Narendra Modi used to assert there are solely 4 castes within the nation. Now, immediately, the federal government has determined to conduct a caste census. We absolutely assist this transfer, however the authorities should clearly state when the caste census might be accomplished,” Gandhi mentioned at a media briefing in New Delhi.

He additionally underscored the necessity for correct methodology within the census course of and referred to as for the removing of the 50 per cent cap on reservations, arguing that it hinders the progress of backward communities, Dalits, and Adivasis.

“Moreover, we urge the instant implementation of Article 15(5), which permits for reservations in non-public instructional establishments and is already a part of the Structure,” he mentioned.