Census 2027 to also include transgender-headed households, Rajya Sabha told
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Why in news
The Union Cabinet approved the 2027 Census plan, which will include caste enumeration and data on transgender-headed households for the first time.
Background
The Union Cabinet approved ₹11,718 crore for the 2027 Census of India. The census will be conducted in two phases: a Houselisting and Housing Census phase followed by a Population Enumeration phase.
Facts for Prelims
- FactThe Union Cabinet approved ₹11,718 crore for the 2027 Census of India.
- FactThe 2027 Census will include caste enumeration for the first time.
- FactThe first phase of the census will collect data on housing conditions, household particulars, amenities, and assets.
- FactThe census will include information on the sex of the head of household, including transgender-headed households.
For Mains
Q. Discuss the significance of including caste and gender diversity in the national census for inclusive policy formulation and socio-economic planning in India.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Data granularity: Enabling targeted welfare schemes for marginalized communities and transgender populations
- Administrative complexity: Logistical challenges of dual-phase enumeration and caste-based data collection
- Privacy concerns: Balancing the need for granular demographic data with individual data protection
Keywords: Demographic profiling · Inclusive governance · Socio-economic indicators · Data-driven policy · Gender diversity
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