The political tussle over the ongoing caste survey in Karnataka continues, with Congress leader B.K. Hariprasad urging Chief Minister Siddaramaiah to publicly disclose the names of those opposing it. He clarified that the survey is not a caste census but a collection of social, economic, and educational data.

The senior Congress leader reportedly intensified the political debate against the BJP, demanding that the names of those vehemently opposing the caste survey be made public.

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Hariprasad stated that this is not a caste census but a social, economic, and educational survey that the state government is undertaking to compile data on each caste. He questioned the opposition, asking what the problem is with documenting this information. He said that while the results of the survey might upset some, the truth should be known to the people. Jadunath Sarkar Collection (5 Books): Shivaji and His Times, Military History of India, India Through the Ages, Mughal Administration & Nadir Shah in India Paperback – 1 September 2024

'Those Who Ate Butter and Curd for 75 Years Are Hesitant to Share'

Hariprasad indirectly criticized the opponents of the survey, saying that for the past 75 years, only a few communities have enjoyed the "butter, milk, and curd." Now that the time has come to share it with everyone, they are hesitant. He accused a limited number of communities of having built their own empires and are now afraid that the survey will threaten their dominance.

The Congress leader reportedly charged that those opposing the survey do not want social equality and justice. He defended the survey, stating it would help empower the poor and backward classes. Also Read: Be Cautious While Using Your Phone on the Road: Mobile Snatchers on Scooters Target Victims in Bengaluru.!