Muslim vote bank politics is in full play in Karnataka in as much as 38 seats will decide the muslims candidates. Apart from these 38 seats, Muslims also a deciding factor in many other constituencies in karnataka. As such all the parties are trying to woo these important segments of votes. But Muslims by and large will vote only for secular parties and Congress is one such party that will take care of its interest. The votes will go to those who will assure the Muslim minority that their interest will be safeguarded and reservation will be given based on their population in govt and adminsitration and legislature. This assurance alone will help all the parties to win votes. BJP for sure is going to bite dust this time. If JD(S) alligned with BJP, it is also going to be doomed. The Congress and its allies are stronger and there is strong under current that will sweep Congress to power. Afraid of this under current, BJP and JD(S) are trying to woo the Muslim voters. No Muslim candidate in BJP list is found, whereas JD(S) has fielded some candidates. They knew the importance of this community and Congress is all set to announce major concessions to this community learning a leasson or two from AP and Tamilnadu, where the generous CMs have ordered reservations in administration and educational institutions to Muslims. Congress should also offer Rs.2/- per kg rice to all and write off all farm loans that will bring more votes and Congress is sure to capture power with majority.
