Governor urges Karnataka chief minister to rethink Vande Mataram order
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AI-generated summary of the coverage listed below: The Karnataka governor has advised Chief Minister DK Shivakumar to reconsider a state directive that limits the national song Vande Mataram to only two stanzas at government events. The letter cites the order as contrary to central guidelines and potentially violating the Prevention of Insults to National Honour Act. The issue has prompted a pending petition in the High Court, reflecting ongoing debate over the song’s full rendition. QUOTE: "reconsider" — Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot
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- Center (1): Deccan Herald
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- Vande Mataram row: Governor advises CM Shivakumar to reconsider order on playing only 2 stanzas at state events — Deccan Herald (center)
- Vande Mataram singing optional, unlike national anthem: Karnataka tells High Court — Deccan Herald (center)