Why was DK holding a copy of the Constitution in his hand while taking oath? Understand Shivkumar’s political strategy

Symbols have always had great importance in Karnataka politics. Chief Minister DK Shivakumar gave one such political message during the swearing in today, which sparked a new discussion in political circles. While taking the oath, a copy of the Indian Constitution was seen in his hand. At first glance this may seem like a simple formality, but its political implications are much deeper.

At a time when the Congress is projecting protection of the Constitution, social justice and democratic institutions as its main political agenda, Shivakumar’s move appears to be linked to the party’s broader strategy. Through this, he not only strengthened the ideological message of Congress, but also tried to give many indications regarding the social politics of Karnataka, the image of his leadership and future political possibilities. Not only this, he has also given a message to BJP in a post that Sanatan is not their sole right.

Why did the copy of the Constitution attract everyone’s attention?

Chief Minister and senior Congress leader in Karnataka politics DK Shivakumar He is often in the news for his political actions. When he was seen with a copy of the Constitution in his hand at the recent swearing-in ceremony, it was not just a formal picture, but became a big political message. Symbols play an important role in Indian politics and taking oath with a copy of the Constitution is also being considered a well-thought-out political strategy. Through this step, Shivakumar not only tried to strengthen the ideological line of his party, but also gave many signals in state and national politics. This is the reason why this picture has become a topic of discussion in political circles.

D.K. by To whom did Geeta preach?

Immediately after taking oath as the CM of Karnataka, DK Shivakumar posted the sermon given by Lord Krishna to Arjuna on the X and wrote, ‘Our right is only on the action, never on its fruits.

Do not make the results of your actions your objective, nor should you be attached to not performing the actions. Perhaps, through this post, Shiv Kumar has not only expressed his political intentions, but has also given a message to BJP that ‘Hindus’ are not just saffron-wearing, we are also equally devout Hindus.

Strengthening Congress’s ‘Save Constitution’ narrative?

For the last few years, Congress has been continuously raising the issue of protecting the Constitution and democratic institutions. Even during the Lok Sabha elections, the party had made the Constitution a major political issue. Rahul Gandhi has been waving the copy of the Constitution from the streets to the Parliament. DK Shivakumar taking oath with a copy of the Constitution is being considered an extension of this political line. Through this, Congress wants to send the message that its politics is based on constitutional values, democratic rights and principles of social justice. Politically, this move is also being considered as part of the ideological contest against the BJP, where the Congress is trying to establish itself as the guardian of the Constitution.

Is this an attempt to woo Dalit, backward and minority voters?

Social equations are very important in Karnataka politics. Dalit, OBC and minority communities have huge political influence in the state. For these classes, the Constitution is not only a legal document but also a symbol of rights, reservation and social representation. In such a situation, taking oath with a copy of the Constitution in hand is being considered as giving a clear political message to these classes. Congress has long considered social justice politics as its strength and this step of Shivkumar can be considered a part of the same strategy. With this, the party seems to be trying to further strengthen its traditional social alliance.

Is there also a hint of claiming the post of Chief Minister?

There has been a discussion about leadership in Karnataka Congress for a long time. Both Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and DK Shivakumar are big faces of the state’s politics. Political analysts believe that taking oath with a copy of the Constitution also strengthens Shivakumar’s personal political image. With this, he seems to be trying to present himself not just as an organizational leader, but as a great public leader with democratic values ​​and constitutional commitment. If the discussion about change of leadership intensifies in future, then such symbolic politics can help in increasing his political stature.

Not an ideological message against BJP!

The contest between Congress and BJP is now becoming not only electoral but also ideological. While Congress talks about the Constitution, social justice and institutional balance, BJP gives importance to nationalism, development and strong leadership. In such an environment, this step of DK Shivkumar is being considered as an attempt to bring out the ideological message of Congress in a visible form. By taking oath with a copy of the Constitution, he indicated that Congress’s politics is based on the basic spirit of the Constitution and protection of the democratic system. This message addresses the party’s supporters from Karnataka to the national level.

How is there a big message even in national politics?

DK Shivakumar is not only the leader of Karnataka, but his influence in the Congress organization has continuously increased. Therefore, every major step of his is also seen in the context of national politics. The message of taking oath with a copy of the Constitution also connects to the broader campaign of those opposition parties who are making the protection of democratic institutions and constitutional values ​​a political issue. In this way, this step has gone beyond state politics and has become a part of the national political discourse.

Actually, Congress leader DK Shivakumar taking oath with a copy of the Constitution was not just a symbolic picture. Through this, he strengthened the Constitution-centric political narrative of the Congress, gave a message to the sections supporting social justice, tried to give a new identity to his political stature and also clarified his ideological stand against the BJP. This is the reason why this scene is not being seen as a simple incident of swearing-in ceremony but as a well-planned political strategy.