Karnataka is set to witness a trust vote on Saturday evening after a direction by the Supreme Court. By convention, the Pro Tem Speaker is usually the senior most MLA in the House. However, Governor Vajubhai Vale has appointed BJP’s KG Bopaiah, a three-time MLA, as the Pro Tem speaker. The Congress has objected to the governor’s decision and said that the convention should have been followed.
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Pro tem speaker would conduct the floor test, he would also exercise powers like a regular speaker, and also administer oath to all the newly elected MLAs. In theory, his powers could also help the ruling party stay in power and help overcome the hurdles of anti-defection law.
The current strength of the House is 222 and the magic number is 112. The Congress-JD(S) claim that together they have the support of 116 MLAs. The BJP is eight short with 104 MLAs.
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