Caste survey: Siddaramaiah’s parting shot for DKS, Rahul

Outgoing Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah’s last-minute acceptance of the caste census report presents a political dilemma for successor DK Shivakumar. The report, potentially validating the strength of backward classes, could alienate dominant communities. This also challenges Rahul Gandhi’s national push for caste data, risking accusations of hypocrisy if not acted upon.