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Commission Removes Christian Label from Hindu Sub-Castes: BJP’s Struggle Succeeds..!

By Sushmitha R
Commission Removes Christian Label from Hindu Sub-Castes: BJP’s Struggle Succeeds..!

The Karnataka State Backward Classes Commission has decided to exclude 46 newly created castes, formed by adding the term "Christian" to Hindu sub-castes and occupational communities, from its socio-economic survey list.

The Karnataka State Backward Classes Commission has decided to exclude 46 newly created castes, formed by adding the term "Christian" to Hindu sub-castes and occupational communities, from its socio-economic survey list. India's Youth Mobilize in NaMo Yuva Run for Drug-Free Nation

This decision follows intense pressure and protests from the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), which accused the Commission of attempting to divide Hindu society by introducing labels like "Akkasaliga Christian," "Banajiga Christian," "Brahmin Christian," "Vokkaliga Christian," and "Lingayat Christian."Varanga Women Bandhani Printed V Neck Kurta with Trouser & Dupatta

The BJP argued that including these castes in the survey could encourage religious conversions, a claim that sparked significant controversy in recent political discourse.The Commission, set to commence its second socio-educational survey on September 22, had initially included these 46 castes among a list of 1,413.

The inclusion drew attention during the survey announcement, prompting a strong reaction from BJP leaders. In a press conference, Commission Chairman Madhusudhan R. Nayak stated that while five of the 38 Christian groups would remain, 33 others would be "masked" and removed from the survey app. However, BJP leader V. Sunil Kumar clarified that all 46 such castes must be excluded. "From Mullah to Priest": MLA Sunil Kumar Criticizes CM Siddaramaiah.!

Commission Secretary K.A. Dayanand confirmed that seven sub-castes had already been removed earlier.The BJP’s campaign played a pivotal role, with leaders like State President B.Y. Vijayendra, former Chief Minister B.S. Yediyurappa, and Union Minister of State for Railways V. Somanna leading efforts through the Social Justice Awareness Forum.

They submitted a memorandum to the Commission Chairman, demanding the removal of these castes. On September 2, they urged the exclusion of 107 such caste names, arguing that these were not part of any official caste list and were a ploy to normalize conversions. The BJP also appealed to Governor Thawarchand Gehlot for a scientifically conducted survey.Vote Theft Case: Karnataka Government Calls in SIT

This decision marks a significant victory for the BJP, reinforcing their stance on protecting Hindu unity and preventing what they perceive as divisive tactics. The survey, spanning 16 days from September 22 to October 7, will cover approximately 2 crore households, collecting data through 60 questions to prepare a final report by December.