Caste census BJP's bid to stop erosion of broader Hindu unity

Wednesday, 30 April 2025
The Indian government's decision to include caste enumeration in the upcoming census aims to consolidate Hindu unity and counter attempts to divide the population along caste lines. Sources suggest the move, following discussions between PM Modi and RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat, intends to prevent the splintering of the OBC-Dalit-Muslim coalition.

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Ashwini Yadav celebrates the Centre's decision to conduct a nationwide caste census.He calls it a historic win for Lalu Prasad Yadav, socialists, and the backward classes.Yadav highlights decades of struggle and accuses BJP of delaying justice.He demands seat reservations based on caste census...

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