Backward communities make up around two-thirds of Bihar s population, according to the results of a landmark caste survey. The survey, which is the first of its kind since Independence, revealed that extremely backward communities account for 36.01% of the population, while backward castes make up another 27.12%. Other backward classes (OBC), which include backward castes and EBCs, constitute 63.13% of the population. Upper castes make up 15.52% of the population. The survey could have significant political implications for Bihar and spark demands for expanded reservations for OBCs. | Latest News India
The meeting was convened amid speculation that Bihar’s ruling alliance may propose an increase in the quota for backward castes in jobs and educational institutions | Latest News India
Modi’s sharp comments came a day after Bihar released the results of its caste survey that revealed that OBCs comprised nearly 2/3rd of the state’s population. | Latest News India
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