Census 2027: NCSC issues notice to Punjab over use of casteist words in questionnaire
TIMESOFINDIA.COM / May 19, 2026, 15:28 (IST)
In a significant move, the National Commission for Scheduled Castes has responded to the Punjab authorities regarding serious allegations of caste-based discrimination being recorded in an official Census document. The Commission plans to delve into this issue under Article 338 of the Constitution and has requested a detailed action report within a strict 15-day timeline.