GS2 · 15 marks · 250 words
The Union Government has recently announced that caste enumeration will be part of the upcoming census. Examine the opportunities and challenges associated with conducting a nationwide 'caste census'. Also, propose a framework for its seamless and effective conduct.
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Syllabus: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors and issues arising out of their design and implementation.
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