Over 15 lakh refused to take part in caste survey across Karnataka

BENGALURU: The caste census has been completed in the state except Bengaluru. As per the update available with Public TV, over 15 lakh people across the state have rejected the survey, with Mangaluru and Dakshina Kannada districts having the highest rejection rate. The caste census survey report is expected to be ready within two months.

The socio-economic and educational survey was carried across the state and has been completed in all districts except Bengaluru. As per the latest information, over 15 lakh people have rejected the caste survey. Out of the state’s population of 6.8 crore, 6.1 crore people have participated in the survey, while the rest have not.

In Bengaluru’s GBA jurisdiction, 39 lakh houses were to be surveyed, but only 18-19 lakh houses have been surveyed so far. It is estimated that over five lakh people in Bengaluru have rejected the survey.

A Dayanand, Commissioner, Backward Classes Commission said that the survey has also seen a low response rate in Mangaluru and Dakshina Kannada districts, with 50-60 thousand people opting out. “Many houses have also been found locked, and economically strong individuals have not responded to the survey. We have almost reached the target. The surveyors should double-check locked doors and confirm their status of existance. The survey started late in the Bengaluru Urban area. Around 20 per cent of the state population is in Bengaluru”, he pointed out.