The move of bringing Muslims under reservation will enable the community to avail reservations in 4% of seats while seeking admissions to educational institutions, appointments to posts and state government jobs. Around 12% of Karnataka’s population is Muslims
In July 2004, the Commissionerate wrote to the government recommending 5% reservation to “Muslim Minorities in employment, educational and other fields on par with the Backward Classes in the State”.
Amit Shah’s statement was undoubtedly not well received by the Muslim community in Andhra Pradesh as the BJP and TDP are contesting the May 13 polls together. Ahead of elections, Naidu cannot afford to upset the Muslim voters.