India, Nov. 12 -- The Karnataka State Commission for Backward Classes has once again extended the deadline for citizens who were unable to participate in the state's Social and Educational Survey, popularly known as the "caste census."

Those left out can now complete the enumeration online until November 30, news agency PTI reported.

The large-scale door-to-door survey, which concluded on October 31, recorded an 89.48% participation rate across the state. According to officials, nearly 4.22 lakh households had refused to take part, while another 34.49 lakh homes were found locked or vacant during the enumeration period.

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