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Telangana's Caste Survey 2025: BCs Lead the Pack!

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TL;DR: The recent Telangana caste survey reveals that Backward Classes (BCs) make up 56.33% of the state's population, sparking debates on reservation policies and data accuracy. ​

Survey Unveils Telangana's Social Fabric 🧵

In a groundbreaking move, the Telangana government conducted a comprehensive caste survey, shedding light on the state's demographic composition. The findings are as follows:​

  • Backward Classes (BCs): 56.33%, including 10.08% BC Muslims​

  • Scheduled Castes (SCs): 17.43%​

  • Scheduled Tribes (STs): 10.45%​I

  • Other Castes (OCs): 15.79%, with 2.48% OC Muslims​

This survey covered 96.9% of Telangana's households, totaling over 3.54 crore individuals. ​

Political Ripples 🌊

The survey's revelations have ignited political debates:​

  • Congress Party: Proposes increasing BC reservations in education, employment, and politics, aligning with the survey data.​

  • Opposition Parties: Question the survey's accuracy and methodology, citing discrepancies with previous data. 

BC Reservations: A Hot Topic 🔥

The inclusion of BC Muslims in the reservation quota has been particularly contentious:​

  • BJP's Stance: Opposes the inclusion, arguing it distorts the reservation system.​

  • Congress' Response: Asserts that BC Muslims have historically been part of state reservation policies. ​

Data Accuracy Under Scrutiny 🧐

Concerns have been raised about the survey's data accuracy:​

  • Population Figures: Stagnant numbers compared to past surveys have led to questions about the survey's precision.​

  • Unenumerated Residents: Approximately 16 lakh residents, especially in Greater Hyderabad, were not counted, prompting further scrutiny. ​

MediaFx's Take 🎤

The Telangana caste survey underscores the need for data-driven policies to ensure equitable resource distribution. However, transparency and accuracy are crucial to uphold public trust. It's imperative that the government addresses these concerns to truly empower marginalized communities.​

Join the Conversation 🗣️

What are your thoughts on the Telangana caste survey? Do you believe the data accurately reflects the state's demographics? Share your views in the comments below!​India Today

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