US EditionGujarat minister slams Karnataka govt over Muslim quota in public contracts
- The BJP opposed Karnataka's proposal to provide 4% reservation to Muslims in government contracts, calling it an 'unconstitutional misadventure.'
- The Karnataka Cabinet approved a policy allowing reservations in contracts valued up to Rs 2 crore, leading to clashes in the Assembly.
- BJP MP Tejasvi Surya criticized the decision as a threat to national integrity and unity.
- Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar defended the move, emphasizing equal treatment for minorities in society.
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BJP vows legal fight against Karnataka's 4% Muslim quota in government contracts
The BJP has slammed Karnataka’s decision to reserve 4 per cent of government contracts for Muslims, calling it unconstitutional. The party plans to challenge the move in court and stage nationwide protests.
BJP, Congress clash over 4% contract quota for Muslims in Karnataka, Tejasvi Surya calls it 'unconstitutional'
The Congress and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) locked horns again on Monday over the Karnataka government’s move to provide four per cent reservation for Muslims in government contracts—a provision included in the recent state budget. While the BJP accused the Congress of indulging in unconstitutional, religion-based reservations, the ruling party defended the move as an inclusive measure aimed at supporting backward and minority communities.…
"Calculated move to appease vote bank...": BJP slams Karnataka govt over "unconstitutional" 4% minority quota
"Reservations solely based on religion are unconstitutional and is not permitted. Despite being fully aware of this legal position the Siddaramaiah government in a very calculated move to appease and send a message to its vote bank has indulged in this constitutional adventure. This is being done at the behest and patronage of the topmost leadership of Congress party, particularly Rahul Gandhi", Tejasvi Surya said.
Reservation policy comes under spotlight after Assembly debate - The Tribune
The details of reservation certificates issued to members of the SC/ST, OBC, and other categories, recently disclosed by the Jammu and Kashmir government in the Legislative Assembly, have reignited the debate over the reservation policy in the Union Territory. Experts believe the issue will remain “contentious” due to the multiple interests involved.
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