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16th Census: 'Changed his mind?' Opposition questions PM Modi over missing 'caste' word in notification

IndiaTimes Monday, 16 June 2025 ()
A controversy has emerged over the omission of the word "caste" in the gazette notification for India's 16th census. Congress leader Jairam Ramesh has questioned PM Modi's stance on caste census, citing previous opposition and demanding clarity.
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