BJP Denies Plans to Change Constitution or End Reservation
In a recent interview, India's Defence Minister Rajnath Singh refuted claims made by the Congress party that the ruling BJP government intends to alter the Constitution or abolish reservation policies. He accused the Congress of fear mongering and spreading misinformation for political gain.
Singh specifically addressed concerns raised by Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, who alleged that the BJP would "tear up and throw away" the Constitution if re-elected. He also dismissed anxieties regarding potential changes to the Preamble, emphasizing that the BJP has no such plans.
"The Congress brought constitutional amendments 80 times. They changed the Preamble during the Emergency," Singh pointed out. "The BJP will never change the Constitution. Constitution makers never imagined that there would be changes in the Preamble. You (Congress) only acted to hurt the core idea of the Constitution."
He further urged the Congress to focus on building trust and presenting factual information during their campaigns, rather than resorting to fear tactics.
Singh also addressed concerns regarding the future of reservation policies, stating that the BJP has no intention of ending them. "The Congress is trying to mislead people. There will not be any end to reservation. They are making false allegations against us," he asserted.
The Congress party has questioned the BJP's stance on the 50% cap on reservation for Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, and Other Backward Classes. Singh responded by stating that the BJP will not tamper with the reservation system.
This exchange highlights the ongoing political debate in India regarding the Constitution and reservation policies. The BJP's firm stance against any changes stands in contrast to the Congress party's concerns and accusations. As the political landscape continues to evolve, it remains to be seen how these issues will impact the future of India.