Jharkhand
Jharkhand CM Seeks Sarna Religious Code in Census
- 06 May 2026
- 2 min read
Why in News?
Hemant Soren has written to the Prime Minister and the President, seeking inclusion of a separate Sarna religious code for tribal communities in the upcoming Census.
Key Points
- Demand: The Jharkhand government has demanded a distinct religious code for Sarna followers in Census enumeration.
- Hemant Soren formally wrote to the Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the President Droupadi Murmu highlighting tribal concerns.
- He underscored the need for accurate, fact-based data collection to enable effective policymaking and balanced development.
- About Sarna Faith: The Sarna faith is characterized by distinct traditions such as nature worship, reverence for village deities, and unique ritual practices.
- The Sarna Religious Code is considered essential to distinctly identify tribal communities from followers of other religions and to safeguard their constitutional rights.
- Resolution: The Jharkhand Assembly had earlier passed a resolution supporting a separate Sarna code. To facilitate more targeted welfare policies and strengthen constitutional safeguards for tribal communities.
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