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Siddaramaiah
Siddaramaiah (born 12 August 1948) is an Indian politician currently serving as the Chief Minister of Karnataka, a position he assumed for the second time in May 2023. A senior leader of the Indian
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149 ‘minister-rank’ appointees in Karnataka? Siddaramaiah govt faces spending scrutiny
As per the documents cited in the report, the administration has conferred Minister of State (MoS) status on 54 more individuals, intensifying a debate over fiscal prudence and governance priorities.
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1. Who is Siddaramaiah?
Siddaramaiah is the Chief Minister of Karnataka and a senior Congress leader known for his pro-welfare policies and advocacy of backward class rights.
2. What are Siddaramaiah’s major achievements?
His key welfare schemes include Anna Bhagya, Ksheera Bhagya, Gruha Jyothi, Shakti Yojana, and a pioneering caste census for Scheduled Castes.
3. Is Siddaramaiah involved in any controversies?
Yes, he is under investigation in a land allotment case related to MUDA. The case involves his and his wife's names, but no verdict has been reached.
4. Will Siddaramaiah step down as CM in 2025?
Although there was an informal agreement for a mid-term handover to D.K. Shivakumar, Siddaramaiah has stated he plans to serve the full five-year term.
5. What is the purpose of the SC sub-caste census in Karnataka?
The SC sub-caste census aims to identify the socio-economic status of all SC sub-groups to ensure equitable internal reservation and policy planning.
