Jharkhand Govt's Caste Data Drive Sparks Row

The Jharkhand government has launched a drive to collect caste data from ration cardholders, which has sparked a political row in the state. The initiative is intended to gather information on the caste of beneficiaries, but it has been met with opposition from various political parties. The government's move has been criticized for being politically motivated. The controversy surrounding the caste data drive has highlighted the sensitive nature of caste-based politics in the state.