Who is K'taka's likely CM Siddaramaiah?

Siddaramaiah comes from a humble background and started his political career as a lawyer in Mysore.

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He served as the Deputy Chief Minister of Karnataka from 1996 to 1999 under the J.H. Patel government.

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Siddaramaiah is known for his strong advocacy of social justice and has championed the cause of the backward classes.

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In 2013, he became the Chief Minister of Karnataka, leading the Congress party to a resounding victory.

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He holds the distinction of being the first person from the Kuruba community to become the Chief Minister of Karnataka.

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