Interestingly, Prime Minister Narendra Modi called JD(S) the ‘B team’ of the Congress, in an apparent bid to split votes. Muslims constitute about 14% of the total electorate, and their turnout in elections is estimated to be more than 80%. Otherwise, there would be consolidation of Muslim votes in favour of Congress everywhere,” sources said. JD(S) latches on to OBC quota for MuslimsIn the past, Muslims had supported the JD(S), especially after they were given OBC quota when H.D. Narrow margin of loss for JD(S) in 36 seats in 2018 elections in KarnatakaIn 2018, the JD(S) won 37 seats.

Source: The Hindu May 04, 2023 14:22 UTC