Lingayat quota stir turns violent in Karnataka, 50 hurt

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A protest by the Lingayat Panchamasali community in Belagavi, India, demanding increased reservation quotas, turned violent. Police clashed with protesters who attempted to breach barricades, resulting in injuries and arrests. Internal disputes within the BJP surfaced during the demonstration, adding to the chaotic scene.

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Lingayatism

Shaivism sect founded in 12th century
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Karnataka

State in southern India
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Belgaum

City in Karnataka, India

Bharatiya Janata Party

Indian political party
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