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Karnataka Government Reviews Caste Census Recommendations Amid Political Tensions

Deputy CM DK Shivakumar emphasizes careful deliberation as opposition parties and dominant communities challenge the report's methodology and proposed reservation increases.

The Congress’s Karnataka unit is more of a rainbow of castes, interest groups and communities, which can unravel if it pushes hard with the survey (Siddaramaih - X)
Karnataka deputy chief minister DK Shivakumar.
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah.
Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar.

Overview

  • The Karnataka caste census report recommends raising OBC reservations from 32% to 51% and doubling the Muslim quota from 4% to 8%, potentially increasing total reservations to 75%.
  • Deputy CM DK Shivakumar stated that no hasty decisions will be made and a detailed cabinet review is scheduled for April 17, 2025.
  • The report has faced criticism from BJP leaders and influential groups like the Vokkaligas and Lingayats, who question its methodology and claim it is politically motivated.
  • The report introduces new classification categories and proposes changes that could challenge India's constitutional reservation cap of 50%.
  • Chief Minister Siddaramaiah reaffirmed his commitment to implementing the report but will address the matter publicly only after the cabinet meeting.