Govt sends clarifications on returned files to Governor

The state government sent back three files — pertaining to the ordinance to uphold SC/ST promotions, quota for students from Karnataka in National Law School of India University and appointment of KPSC members — back to Governor Vajubhai Vala with clarifications.

During the last few days, Vala sent back an ordinance that sought to circumvent a recent Supreme Court order striking down the consequential seniority in promotions awarded to SC/ST employees. He also returned a bill that sought to provide 50% reservation for students from the state in NLSIU. The third file returned by the Raj Bhavan pertains to a list of four candidates recommended by the state government to be nominated as Karnataka Public Service Commission members.

“We have given comprehensive clarifications answering all queries put forth by the Governor. I have sought an appointment with the Governor on Tuesday to explain our stand,” Law Minister T B Jayachandra said