India Begins World's Largest Population Census After 15-Year Delay
India has launched its first national population census since 2011, the world's largest demographic count, with estimates suggesting the population has grown from 1.21 billion to over 1.4 billion, confirming India as the most populous nation.
Key Points
- First national population census since 2011, marking a 15-year gap
- Population estimated to have grown from 1.21 billion to over 1.4 billion
- Will confirm India as the world's most populous nation
- Results will reshape welfare programs and political representation
Full Details
India has begun the long-delayed national population census, the world's largest demographic count, which could reshape welfare programs and political representation across the country. The previous census in 2011 recorded a population of 1.21 billion, and current estimates suggest the population has exceeded 1.4 billion, confirming India's status as the most populous nation. This is the first such exercise since 2011, marking a 15-year gap between counts. The census will provide crucial data for government planning, resource allocation, and political representation. The exercise is being conducted in the context of ongoing West Asia tensions and domestic political dynamics.
Why It Matters
The census data will be critical for future electoral constituency delimitation, central fund allocation to states, and designing targeted welfare schemes for the world's largest population.
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