Caste Census: A Landmark Victory for Social Justice in Tamil Nadu

The inclusion of caste enumeration in the upcoming census is hailed as a victory for Tamil Nadu's DMK and Chief Minister M K Stalin. Despite opposition claims, the DMK persisted in demanding a Union-conducted legally binding caste census, emphasizing its importance for objective policymaking and social justice.

The Centre's decision to incorporate caste enumeration in the upcoming census marks a significant win for Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin and the ruling Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK).

Stalin insisted on a legally binding caste census conducted by the Union government and claimed this move affirms his long-held position.

While the AIADMK welcomed the announcement, crediting it to Union Minister Amit Shah and the BJP government, DMK's ally, Congress, attributed the move to pressure from Rahul Gandhi.

(With inputs from agencies.)