Abandoned 2024 Caste. Caste status of offspring of separated/ diverced/ single woman. Though a longstanding demand by many marginalised caste groups — independent india has never successfully counted its castes, and the sole 2011 attempt was abandoned.

Despite attempts to downplay its significance, caste remained a driving force in the 2024 lok sabha elections, with parties reaping rich dividends from formidable. A detailed look at the process, modalities and outcome of the 1931 caste census.