Lingayat is a separate religion, says CM Siddaramaiah; hits out at caste system

Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah controversially declared Lingayat a separate religion, reigniting past allegations of community division. This statement comes amidst internal Lingayat confusion over identifying as a distinct religion or Hindu caste in ongoing surveys. While BJP urges Hindu caste identification, Congress promotes separate religious status.

Oct 6, 2025 - 02:10
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Lingayat is a separate religion, says CM Siddaramaiah; hits out at caste system
Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah controversially declared Lingayat a separate religion, reigniting past allegations of community division. This statement comes amidst internal Lingayat confusion over identifying as a distinct religion or Hindu caste in ongoing surveys. While BJP urges Hindu caste identification, Congress promotes separate religious status.

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