The missing ingredient in this mix of economics and geopolitics is deeper cultural understanding. The 2019 Indian elections are an opportunity to change that.
Why Australia needs to understand the 2019 Indian election
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India’s elections a struggle for the country’s soul
Even with the increased patriotic fervour, the BJP will find it difficult to repeat its sweeping success of 2014.
India is now officially 99% electrified, but electricity remains high on the political agenda
The government hopes that its electrification achievements will be rewarded by voters, but reliability and affordability remain key issues
Can a minimum income guarantee program deliver better days for Indians?
While the ratio of Indians below the poverty line has fallen significantly, the extent of hardship and insecurity among the poor is acute
Positive discrimination in relation to caste is a big Indian election issue
It's often said that in India, you don’t cast your vote, you vote your caste.