A fascinating discussion of Indira Gandhi’s political career from the late 1960s to her assassination in 1984, linking the changes in India's democracy to her leadership. Using the concept of…
Narendra Modi's decade in power has seen an erosion of democracy alongside soaring inequality. While religious nationalism diverts public attention, the super-rich add to their wealth. Economic…
The EBCs have been the unsung heroes of Bihar’s economy. Yet, their political influence has not matched their numbers. The 2023 caste census changed the game, highlighting their demographic…
Exercises like the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls presage a state of affairs where documents and IDs can never prove sound identification and where citizenship of the ordinary resident…
Constitutional morality demands accountability through fair trials, reminding lawmakers that fairness—not expedience—ensures the integrity of democracy. The 130th Amendment Bill, however, risks…
The objectives, processes and the arguments for and against the Special Intensive Revision of the electoral rolls in Bihar that is being conducted by the Election Commission of India; the concerns…
Bihar’s special Intensive electoral roll revision shifts responsibility from the state to individual citizens, requiring birth certificates for inclusion. With many poor residents lacking…
Delaying local government elections for months or years—due to legal disputes, reservation issues, and political interests—undermines the foundations of our democracy. There are practical measures…
