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While neither the case has been dismissed outright, the court’s decisions, for now, stopped the potential legal and political challenges, which could have serious consequences
Cases highlight how the legal battle is deepened with the political scenario of Karnataka. (PTI file)
Karnataka High Court (HC) included Chief Minister in recent two high-profile cases Siddaramaiah And former CM Bs yediyarappA has provided both legal relief and political breathing rooms to the two leaders.
Although neither the case has been dismissed outright, court decisions have stopped potential legal and political challenges for now, which could have serious consequences.
Siddaramaiah: Temporary Repetition in Muda Land Scam Case
HC’s decision not to transfer the Mysuru Urban Development Authority (MUDA) Land Scam case to the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI). Siddaramaiah,
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) was insisting on a CBI inquiry, arguing that a state-controlled Lokayukta investigation would be biased. The court dismissed the demand, stating that a CBI investigation was not “a panacea for an estimated sick” and there was no evidence of prejudice or insufficiency in Lokayukta’s investigation.
Political analyst Sandeep Shastri believes that it gives a decision Siddaramaiah A temporary benefit. “This vengeance will strengthen Siddaramaiah because now he has something that has to show that he has been destroyed. But I think this is only a temporary break. He said that the opposition is not going to remain silent, and the pressure will continue with the BJP at the center at the center, “he said. He said that while it is a momentary relief, both sides use it as a political talk point do.
The case revolves around the allocation of 14 housing sites worth Rs 56 crore for Siddaramaiah’s wife, BM Parvati, as allegedly as compensation for the land acquired by Muda. Siddaramaiah has argued that the allotment was done during the BJP’s tenure and there was no wrongdoing. His wife has returned the land since then, but the matter has remained politically sensitive as allegations of corruption against the Congress government increase.
For SiddaramaiahThe High Court’s verdict is both a legal and political benefit, keeping the matter under the jurisdiction of the state and prevents an external investigation. However, with a division bench to hear the appeal on 22 March, the issue is over.
Political analyst Narendra Pani believes that the real impact will be felt only when someone is convicted. “It will not have serious consequences until one of them is convicted. So far, it’s just temporary relief, “he said.
Can this legal recurrence help to strengthen its positions within its parties? Pani is suspicious. “The strength of a leader does not come from it. It can be used as a trigger, but their actual strength depends on how many legislators and supporters they have, “he said.
Yediyurappa: Approves legal hurdle in POCSO case
For Yeddyurappa, HC ruling in the Protection of Children of Sexual Offenses (POCSO) has also provided an important legal recurrence. The case stems from allegations made in March last year, when a woman alleged Yediyurappa Inappropriately, when he touched his minor daughter, he used to seek help in the first sexual attack case while visiting his home. The special court had taken cognizance of the charge sheet and issued summons to Yeddyurappa, due to which the test proceedings could be done.
However, the High Court found that the trial court had failed to provide appropriate arguments to take cognizance of the allegations and separated its order. While the case has not been released on its own, the trial court should now assure the charge sheet and issue a new order before the matter proceeds. This means that Yeddyurappa has avoided the immediate legal battle for at least now.
The ruling potentially delayed the proceedings of the court which could have been politically harmful to the BJP stallwart, especially given the serious nature of allegations. While the case remains active, legal technology has provided a temporary benefit, allowing Yeddyurappa to avoid direct court proceedings for now.
Political result and forward road
Both cases highlight how the legal battle with the political scenario of Karnataka is deeply related. For SiddaramaiahAvoiding the CBI investigation means that the Congress government can manage the story around allegations of corruption, at least temporarily. However, the upcoming Division Bench hearing can reopen the issue.
For YediyurappaDelay in testing proceedings immediately prevents political damage, but the case is a threat. The BJP, which stands by him till now, can be difficult to defend it if the matter moves forward again.
While the decisions of the High Court have provided transient relief for the two leaders, they have not stopped the legal battle. With further court hearing pending in both cases, political and legal uncertainty continues.
“Both have something to show as a brownie point, you see. But how long is there a question, “Shastri said.
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Bangalore, India, India
