Backward Classes Commission

Karnataka Caste Census Survey Extended to October 19: CM Siddaramaiah Announces School Holidays for Completion
Oct 07, 2025 10:08 pm CST
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has extended the deadline for the state's Caste Census (Social-Economic and Academic Survey) to October 19, 2023, declaring holidays for government schools to facilitate completion. With varying completion rates across districts (97% in Koppal but only 36% in Bengaluru), the government has mobilized 1.2 lakh teachers and 1.6 lakh staff for this comprehensive population survey that began on September 2.
Karnataka High Court Refuses to Stay Ongoing Caste Census, Mandates Data Confidentiality
Sep 25, 2025 09:23 pm CST
The Karnataka High Court has declined to halt the ongoing caste census but has imposed strict conditions regarding data confidentiality. The Division Bench ruled that participation in the social and educational survey must be voluntary, and the Karnataka State Commission for Backward Classes must ensure that all collected information remains protected and undisclosed to third parties.
'Caste Census' Begins In Karnataka, Technical Glitches Reported In Some Parts
Sep 23, 2025 02:30 am CST
The Social and Educational Survey, popularly known as the 'caste census' in Karnataka, commenced on Monday, with enumerators going door-to-door to collect data.