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Paswan too for caste census
STAFF WRITER 21:32 HRS IST
New Delhi, May 4 (PTI) LJP chief Ram Vilas Paswan today made a strong
pitch for caste census as demanded by RJD and JD (U), saying it is
necessary to arrive at the exact population of various castes in the
country.
"First caste census was carried out in 1931. A long period has passed
since then. Ignoring the issue won't do as caste is a reality in
Indian system. Even ticket distribution by political parties is done
on the basis of caste.
"Moreover, there have been attempts to divide Dalits in the name of
Mahadalits in Bihar. Hence, it needs to be known the exact population
of different caste groups," Paswan said.
His alliance partner in Bihar Lalu Prasad-led RJD as well as their
principal opponent the JD-U have already said they are in favour of
caste census.
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