India is a very unique country. Even though the country is divided into multiple states, each with its own language, food, attire and local culture, and run by autonomous governments, it has not only survived peacefully but flourished over the past 76 years as the largest democracy in the world.
“The Congress believes that anyone who advocates violence or uses provocative language will disturb peace and amity among the people and weaken the country," he said.
Since the founding of the Republic of India, it has maintained the status of a vibrant democracy and is widely regarded as one of the most stable countries in the region.
In an era marked by a perpetual struggle for democracy, the recent findings of a comprehensive study shed light on a disquieting reality: global scepticism regarding the fairness of elections and a disturbing inclination towards strong, undemocratic leadership.
Most East Asian and Southeast Asian countries chose to become economically fit for democracy. India provided a contrasting model.
In the grand tapestry of global politics, 2024 emerges as a pivotal year, where the heartbeat of democracy resonates across borders.
As Ambassador Rajiv Bhatia has recently written, the election and its results reflect a thriving democracy driven by voters’ concerns about key domestic issues such as employment, housing, education and healthcare.
"The old Parliament building not only had a certain aura but it facilitated conversations," he said pointing out the architecture of the building.
Economic growth is not enough. Erosion of democracy is not enough. Expectations matter. Expectations management matters even more. And yet, see what happened in Chile, a country with fairly high economic growth and a stable democracy. In 2019, it witnessed an outburst of anger on the streets paving the way for the leftists to emerge victors. This can happen to other elected autocracies
When you are the longest serving Prime Minister of a democratic country, it is safe to presume that you have…
