The Karnataka High Court refused to stay the State’s caste survey but ordered that participation must be voluntary. All data collected during the survey must be kept strictly confidential, the Court said.
Today, On 17th October, the Supreme Court postponed the hearing on petitions challenging the Patna High Court’s ruling that upheld Bihar’s caste-based survey legality. The hearing will now occur on November 7, 2024. The survey aims to collect socio-economic data to support targeted welfare schemes in the state.
Bihar Deputy CM Samrat Choudhary announced plans to challenge Patna High Court’s decision to increase reservations for SC, ST, and OBC categories in the Supreme Court. The decision has generated strong reactions with political leaders and activists expressing differing views. The outcome of this legal battle is anticipated to have significant implications for reservation policies nationwide.
The Supreme Court of India has set a final hearing in April regarding the controversial Bihar government’s caste-based survey, facing legal scrutiny and public interest petitions. The case delves into privacy, governance, and social justice implications, with far-reaching consequences for Indian society and governance.
