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Karnataka Winter Session Opens with Waqf Debate and Lingayat Protests

Karnataka Winter Session Opens with Waqf Debate and Lingayat Protests


Published on 2024-12-09 10:01:26 - Deccan Chronicle
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  • Belagavi: The winter session of the Karnataka Legislature commenced at Suvarna Soudha, Belagavi, on Monday with debates on the Waqf issue and restrictions imposed on the Panchamasali

The Karnataka winter session commenced with significant debates and protests, focusing on the Karnataka State Waqf Board and the demand for Lingayat recognition as a separate religion. The session saw heated discussions over the Waqf Board's alleged encroachment on Hindu properties, with BJP members staging a walkout in protest. Additionally, there were calls for a comprehensive investigation into the board's activities. Concurrently, the session was marked by protests from the Lingayat community, who have been pushing for their recognition as a distinct religion, separate from Hinduism. This demand has historical roots and has been a point of contention, with the community seeking official acknowledgment of their unique religious identity. The session thus highlighted both communal and religious identity issues, reflecting the complex socio-political landscape of Karnataka.

Read the Full Deccan Chronicle Article at:
[ https://www.deccanchronicle.com/southern-states/karnataka/karnataka-winter-session-opens-with-waqf-debate-and-lingayat-protests-1845444 ]
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