Analyze the social and economic status of Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST) in Bihar. Discuss the major steps taken by the government for their upliftment.

Answer: According to the caste-based census conducted in 2023, the Scheduled Castes (SC) population in Bihar is 19.65%, and the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is 1.68%, which forms a significant portion of the state's population. However, due to social discrimination, economic backwardness, and limited resources, these communities have lagged behind in the mainstream development. To bring them into the mainstream, the Bihar government has implemented several schemes and policies.

A. Social Status of SC and ST in Bihar

(i) Education and Literacy

  • According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate among the SC and ST communities in ....
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