Tenure of the government
After the 2004 Karnataka Legislative Assembly election, 2004 assembly elections, Bharatiya Janata Party, BJP emerged as the single largest party with 79 seats, followed by the Indian National Congress, INC with 65 seats and Janata Dal (Secular), JD(S) with 58 seats. Janata Dal (Secular), JD(S) extended the support to Indian National Congress, INC to form the Government of Karnataka, government. Governor T. N. Chaturvedi invited the alliance to form the government. Known for his adaptability and friendly nature, Dharam Singh of the Congress was the unanimous choice of both parties to head the government. He was sworn in as Chief Minister on 28 May 2004 with the support of Janata Dal (Secular), JD(S). Janata Dal (Secular), JD(S) MLA Siddaramaiah was sworn in as the Deputy Chief Minister of Karnataka, Deputy Chief Minister, along with Chief Minister of Karnataka, Chief Minister Dharam Singh. On 18 January 2006, Forty-two Member of Legislative Assembly, MLAs of Janata Dal (Secular) under Kumaraswamy's leadership left the coalition and the government collapsed. Chief Minister of Karnataka, Chief Minister Dharam Singh was asked to prove majority on 25 January 2006. He resigned since he did not have enough numbers. On 28 January 2006, Karnataka Governor T. N. Chaturvedi invited Kumaraswamy to form the government in the state after the resignation of the Congress Government led by Dharam Singh.Council of Ministers
Chief Minister and Deputy Chief Minister
Cabinet Ministers
Minister of State
If the office of a Minister is vacant for any length of time, it automatically comes under the charge of the Chief Minister.See also
* Karnataka Legislative AssemblyReferences
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