Karnataka High Court To Hear Pleas Seeking Stay Of Survey On Social & Educational Status of Citizens

The Karnataka High Court is set to hear pleas challenging a state government order to conduct a survey under the supervision of the Karnataka State Backward Classes Commission, gathering data on social and educational status of citizens.Underlying petitions question a Government Order (GO) dated 13 August which mandates Aadhaar-based digital data capture. Concerns raised include legality, privacy and whether similar past surveys have judicial sanction. The Court had already issued notices in similar matters, indicating they believe there may be valid legal challenges. The judgement could clarify whether the survey, especially when tied to Aadhaar, passes constitutional muster (right to privacy, arbitrariness, etc.).No decision yet; hearing scheduled.