According to the report, the questionnaire will contain 40 questions covering a range of personal and household details. These will include questions related to caste, marital status, religion and bank accounts.
The questionnaire will also ask residents about changes in their place of residence and the reasons behind moving. Information about COVID-19 vaccination will reportedly form part of the questions as well.
The online self-enumeration facility is expected to allow people to provide their details from home during the specified period. Residents will need to review the questions carefully and provide accurate information when completing the form.
The proposed questionnaire covers several aspects of individuals’ lives and household circumstances. The inclusion of questions on migration and vaccination is intended to gather additional information beyond basic demographic details, according to the report.
However, the available information does not specify the official website or portal for online registration, the documents residents may need, or the procedures for verifying submitted information. It also does not clarify how questions concerning sensitive personal information, including caste and bank accounts, will be framed.
Residents should consult official census notifications before submitting personal information online and use only verified government portals. Further guidance from the relevant authorities is expected to clarify the questionnaire and the process for completing the second phase.
