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National
Harish Salve's defence of the Election Commission, the constitutional legitimacy of public protest, and the difference between institutional independence and institutional immunity.
The central argument of this article is that a democracy does not have to choose between constitutional institutions and public dissent. It needs both. The legal merits of an electoral dispute belong before the courts, but citizens retain the right to organise, question institutions, expose inconsistencies and demand accountability.
There is an important evidentiary distinction concerning Mr Salve. His televised remarks and the structure of his arguments can be scrutinised directly. A pattern of selective reasoning can support criticism of his apparent political alignment in this controversy. It does not, by itself, establish a financial inducement, secret arrangement or dishonest personal motive.
Oct 11, 202621 min read
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Politics
The BJP often portrays student protests as anti-national and undemocratic. Yet its own political rise was deeply rooted in the student movements of the 1970s, from Gujarat's Nav Nirman Andolan to Jayaprakash Narayan's call for Sampoorna Kranti. This article revisits that overlooked history and examines the striking contrast between the protests once celebrated by the Sangh Parivar and the protests it condemns today.
Jul 22, 20268 min read
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Analysis
Sandeshkhali's tranquility shattered by heinous crimes. Arrest of Sheikh Shahajahan by ED reveals political manipulation, with events dating back to 2021, exploited by BJP for future gain. Fabricated cases and raids serve partisan agendas, obscuring the plight of victims. As dust settles, imperative to confront reality beyond political expediency. Justice must prevail over opportunism to honor the resilience of those who suffered.
May 11, 20244 min read
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Analysis
The next election is very important, not just because of the usual bluster that goes along with elections, but also because of the calculated moves that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is making. The way the party is handling the upcoming election, especially in Uttar Pradesh, needs careful scrutiny. Due to its affiliation with Ayodhya and its 80 parliamentary seats, Uttar Pradesh, with its constantly changing political environment, acts as a battleground for India's coalition politics. We explore the BJP's approach in Uttar Pradesh and the recent enlargement of its cabinet in the state, providing insight into how this could affect the next elections.
Mar 6, 20244 min read
