Is the Karnataka Government's Internal Reservation Aligning with the Nagamohan Das Commission?
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Synopsis
The recent approval of internal reservations by the Karnataka government has sparked controversy. Opposition Leader Chalawadi Narayanaswamy criticizes the decision for not adhering to the findings of the Nagamohan Das Commission, raising questions about the fairness of the new classification system.
Key Takeaways
- Karnataka's new internal reservation policy classifies communities into three groups.
- Opposition leaders criticize the government's decision for lacking alignment with previous commission findings.
- There are concerns about the impact on nomadic communities and unrecognized original castes.
- The previous reservation system aimed to provide broader representation.
- The recent cabinet meeting established a 6-6-5 reservation formula.
Bengaluru, Aug 20 (NationPress) Following the Karnataka government's recent endorsement of internal reservations, the Leader of the Opposition in the Legislative Council, Chalawadi Narayanaswamy, expressed concerns on Wednesday, stating that this decision diverges from the conclusions drawn by the Nagamohan Das Commission.
Addressing reporters at Vidhana Soudha, he remarked, "This move does not align with the Supreme Court’s directives nor the recommendations of the Sadashiva Commission. Additionally, the insights provided by the Nagamohan Das Commission have been overlooked."
He elaborated, "Justice Nagamohan Das had classified communities into five distinct groups. However, the Congress government has ignored this classification and narrowed it down to three groups – Left, Right, and Touchables. How will you ensure justice for nomadic communities and for original castes that lack recognition?"
He further criticized that rather than addressing existing issues, the government has compounded the confusion.
"Our administration had enhanced the reservation quota and established internal reservations across four categories. You have dismantled that structure, resulting in chaos. Previously, you segmented castes into groups merely to secure votes and gain political leverage," he alleged.
"You have maintained the same 17 percent reservation that we implemented. For your inconsistency, you owe an apology to the citizens of the state," Narayanaswamy urged the Chief Minister.
Present at the meeting were Legislative Council Opposition Chief Whip N. Ravikumar, former BJP National General Secretary and MLC C.T. Ravi, along with MLCs D.S. Arun and K. Pratap Simha Nayak.
A special cabinet meeting convened on Wednesday resolved to introduce a 6-6-5 reservation formula concerning internal reservations.
The Congress-led Karnataka government held a late Tuesday night special cabinet meeting to evaluate the report presented by Justice H.N. Nagamohan Das on internal reservations.
Internal reservations have been allocated by categorizing sub-castes into three groups: right, left, and others.
Point of View
It is crucial to analyze the implications of Karnataka's internal reservation policy. While the government aims to address social disparities, the criticism from the opposition highlights the complexities of caste dynamics. An inclusive approach that considers all communities is essential for equitable development.
NationPress
20/08/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the recent decision made by the Karnataka government regarding reservations?
The Karnataka government has approved a new internal reservation policy which classifies sub-castes into three groups: Left, Right, and Touchables.
Why is the opposition criticizing this decision?
The opposition, led by Chalawadi Narayanaswamy, argues that the decision does not align with the recommendations of the Nagamohan Das Commission and has caused confusion instead of resolving issues.
What was the previous reservation system in Karnataka?
Previously, the reservation system categorized communities into four groups, aimed at providing broader representation and addressing social injustices.
What specific concerns did Narayanaswamy raise?
Narayanaswamy expressed concerns about the lack of recognition for nomadic communities and original castes, questioning the fairness of the new classification.
What formula was decided in the recent cabinet meeting?
The special cabinet meeting decided to implement a 6-6-5 reservation formula regarding internal reservations.
