Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Wednesday accused Congress leader Rahul Gandhi of trying to “create anarchy” by demanding reservations in the armed forces.

Speaking at an election rally in Jamui, Bihar, Singh criticised the Leader of the Opposition for remarks suggesting “10 per cent of India” controls the Army, and insisted the military is above caste and religion.

“What happened to Rahul ji? He is raising the issue of reservations in the defence forces. He is simply trying to create anarchy in the country. Our armed forces are above all these things,” he said.

Singh acknowledged support for reservations in civilian life but drew a firm line on the armed forces. “There should be reservation. We are supporters of reservations — we have given to the poor. But the Army? Our soldiers h

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