Karnataka Congress leader D.K. Shivakumar has denied accusations made by the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) that he had proposed changes to the Indian Constitution to provide reservations specifically for Muslims. The controversy surfaced after BJP leaders alleged that Shivakumar had made statements advocating constitutional amendments to benefit Muslims during a public speech.
Thank you for reading this post, don't forget to subscribe!Shivakumar quickly clarified the situation, stating that his words were taken out of context. He explained that his speech was about the need for inclusive policies that promote equality for marginalized groups, including Muslims. According to Shivakumar, he had never mentioned any specific constitutional amendments or reservations solely for Muslims. He accused the BJP of misinterpreting his remarks to create unnecessary tension among communities, especially ahead of the upcoming Karnataka elections.
The Congress leader also reminded his audience that the Indian Constitution allows for reservations to uplift underprivileged communities based on social and educational backwardness. He emphasized that his position was aligned with the values of the Constitution and that any change to it would require extensive legal and democratic processes.
This back-and-forth between Shivakumar and the BJP has brought the issue of reservations to the forefront of Karnataka’s political discourse, with both parties using it as a point of contention in their fight for votes.
