Karnataka Governor Objects to Speech, Sparks 'Centre vs State' Row

• Karnataka Governor Thawarchand Gehlot objected to 11 paragraphs in the government's address for the joint legislative session.
• The disputed paragraphs criticized the central government's policies, specifically questioning the repeal of MGNREGA and issues with fund distribution under the 15th Finance Commission.
• State Law Minister H.K. Patil confirmed the Governor's 'reservations' but stated removing entire paragraphs would go against the Cabinet's decision.
• This incident follows similar conflicts between Governors and elected governments in Tamil Nadu and Kerala over speech content.
• The joint session was convened to protest the Centre's new 'VB-G RAM G Act' and advocate for MGNREGA's continuation.

Why It Matters: Karnataka faces a 'Governor vs. Government' conflict over speech content, mirroring disputes in other southern states.