Mizoram aims to be first state to complete Census 2027 using ₹19.19 crore

Why in news

Mizoram government announced plans to be the first state to complete the Census 2027 using a central allocation of ₹19.19 crore.

Background

Mizoram is preparing for the second phase of Census 2027 with a budget of ₹19.19 crore from the Centre. The census will include all 16 Scheduled Castes and refugees residing in the state, though the latter will not be granted Indian citizenship.

Facts for Prelims

• FactMizoram's allocated budget for Census 2027 is ₹19.19 crore from the Centre.
• FactEach enumerator in the Mizoram census exercise is expected to cover approximately 800 people.
• FactThe census will include all 16 Scheduled Castes and refugees in the state.
• FactRefugees included in the census will not be conferred Indian citizenship.
• FactAadhaar numbers are not mandatory for census participation.

For Mains

Q. Discuss the significance of accurate and inclusive census data in achieving the 'Viksit Bharat 2047' vision and effective policy formulation.

Dimensions to cover in your answer

• Data integrity: Balancing the inclusion of refugees in population statistics without conferring legal citizenship status
• Policy alignment: Utilizing demographic data to address specific needs of Scheduled Castes and marginalized groups
• Administrative efficiency: The logistical challenges of high-density enumeration (800 people per enumerator) in hilly terrains

Keywords: Demographic profiling · Viksit Bharat 2047 · Inclusive enumeration · Data-driven governance · Scheduled Castes

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