SC refuses to ban Bihar caste census data

The Supreme Court has categorically declined to issue an order against Bihar's caste census data or to prevent the government from acting on the said data.

- ASHISH SINHA

However, the Court noted its intention to investigate whether the state government possesses the authority to conduct a caste-based census. The division bench clarified that it cannot meddle in the policy decisions of the state government, or any government for that matter.

Following the Supreme Court's decision, an atmosphere of celebration permeates the Nitish government.

Notably, prior to this hearing, the Bihar government had unveiled the caste survey data on 2nd October. The Supreme Court has now directed the Bihar government to provide a response within four weeks. The subsequent hearing on this issue is scheduled for January 2024.