Caste and Party a Volatile Mix in Karnataka

BY: SHISHIRA MAIYA

Siddaramaiah of Congress re-elected Chief Minister of Karnataka, taking office on May 20th after 2013-2018 tenure.

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D. K. Shivakumar becomes Deputy CM, Karnataka's history shows chief ministers struggle to complete their terms.

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Anomaly roots in 20th-century unification movement, uniting regions with a common Kannada language.

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Regionalized politics in Karnataka, requiring coalitions for effective governance due to diverse electoral dynamics.

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Congress historically dominated Karnataka for around 50 of its 66 years, with caste influencing electoral outcomes.

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Rajeev Gandhi's action led Lingayat community to support BJP under B. S. Yediyurappa, a loyalty that persists.

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Lingayat-Congress capture led to Vokkaliga's rise under H. D. Devegowda, JD formation, and political changes.

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Kumaraswamy followed father Devegowda as CM, Ahinda alliance emerged, shaping Karnataka politics for 30 years.

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