On Friday, the Bihar government unveiled the findings of its caste-based census in the state, providing valuable statistical insights into the religious and caste demographics of the region. The majority of Bihar’s population adheres to Hinduism (82%) or Islam (18%). Minor populations follow other faiths, such as Christianity, Sikhism, Buddhism, Jainism, or various other religions. Additionally, the census has identified various social strata and opportunities within the population. These groups include those classified as backward (27%), extremely backward (36%), scheduled caste (20%), and scheduled tribe (2%).
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