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Implementation Plan for a Caste Census


  1. Pre-Census Preparation:
    • Form state-level task forces with caste leaders, local bodies, and NGOs to co-design the process, mirroring Nagaland’s tribal consultations.
    • Conduct pilot surveys in diverse states to test methods and train enumerators.
  2. Awareness and Mobilization:
    • Launch a national “Census for Equity” campaign, using regional languages, social media, and community events to highlight welfare benefits.
    • Engage influencers (e.g., caste leaders, celebrities) to build support, as Nagaland did with tribal hohos.
  3. Data Collection:
    • Deploy hybrid enumeration (digital and paper-based) to ensure inclusivity across urban and rural areas.
    • Use standardized caste lists and trained enumerators to capture accurate data.
  4. Post-Census Actions:
    • Publish data transparently, addressing SECC’s failure to release detailed findings.
    • Use data to design targeted policies, e.g., education for marginalized castes, job programs for OBCs, or sub-tribal welfare in Nagaland.

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