The quota issue in Parliament has sparked a heated debate between the BJP and the Opposition, particularly over remarks attributed to Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar. The BJP claims Shivakumar suggested amending the Constitution to provide religion-based reservations, which they argue is unconstitutional. Shivakumar has denied making such statements, calling the allegations baseless.
The controversy centers on Karnataka’s move to reserve 4% of public contracts for minority contractors, which the BJP opposes, citing concerns about religious-based quotas. Congress leaders, including Mallikarjun Kharge, have defended Shivakumar and accused the BJP of creating “fake issues” to disrupt Parliament.
The debate has led to multiple adjournments in both Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha, with accusations flying from both sides. Congress has also alleged that the BJP is using this issue to divert attention from other matters, such as corruption allegations.
