Controversy Surrounds Karnataka's Caste Census Report

Leader of Opposition R Ashoka has criticized Karnataka's caste census report as 'unscientific', questioning its methodology and alleging political motives by the Congress government. He also accused the government of 'insulting' Hindu communities and demanded accountability for issues during exams.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Bengaluru | Updated: 18-04-2025 20:56 IST | Created: 18-04-2025 20:56 IST
Controversy Surrounds Karnataka's Caste Census Report
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The authenticity of Karnataka's caste census report has come under scrutiny, with Leader of Opposition R Ashoka labeling it as 'unscientific'. He questioned how the report, allegedly prepared without rigorous methods, aims to serve the state's population effectively.

Ashoka further criticized Chief Minister Siddaramaiah for allegedly using the report as political leverage, accusing him of prioritizing political gains over transparency. The opposition leader claimed that the survey data was compiled without proper fieldwork, raising doubts about its credibility and future implications for reservations.

In addition to questioning the report, Ashoka accused the government of 'insulting' Hindu communities during examination processes, calling for accountability and warning of potential state-wide protests if their concerns are not addressed. The controversy has sparked a debate on governance and community relations in Karnataka.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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