Indian democracy
Shashi Tharoor Calls for End to Dynasty Politics in India: "Time to Trade Dynasty for Meritocracy"
Nov 03, 2025 11:03 pm CST
Congress MP Shashi Tharoor argues that India's democracy is compromised by widespread dynasty politics across all parties, suggesting fundamental reforms are needed to establish meritocracy in political leadership. In his recent article "Indian Politics Are a Family Business," Tharoor provides extensive examples of political dynasties throughout India and calls for legal term limits and meaningful internal party elections to empower voters to select leaders based on merit rather than surname.
The JP Movement: How Jayaprakash Narayan Led Bihar's Student Protests to Challenge Indira Gandhi's Government
Nov 03, 2025 01:00 pm CST
This article examines the pivotal JP Movement of the 1970s, when veteran socialist Jayaprakash Narayan emerged from retirement to lead student protests in Bihar against corruption and unemployment. The movement, which called for "Total Revolution," ultimately led to the Emergency period under Indira Gandhi and fundamentally transformed Indian politics by ending Congress party dominance in the 1977 elections.
Rijiju Slams Tejashwi Yadav Over Waqf Act Comments: Accuses Him of Muslim Vote Appeasement Ahead of Bihar Elections
Oct 28, 2025 02:23 am CST
Union Minister Kiren Rijiju sharply criticized RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav for claiming he would abolish the Waqf Amendment Act if elected as Bihar's Chief Minister. Rijiju highlighted the constitutional impossibility of state governments overturning parliamentary legislation, accusing Yadav of Muslim vote appeasement ahead of elections while emphasizing that PM Modi's leadership benefits all communities across India.
Allahabad High Court Orders Release of Illegally Detained Interfaith Couple, Condemns UP Police for Constitutional Rights Violation
Oct 19, 2025 12:29 pm CST
The Allahabad High Court has ordered the immediate release of an interfaith couple illegally detained by Uttar Pradesh Police without proper authorization. The court strongly condemned authorities for violating the adult woman's constitutional rights and succumbing to social pressure instead of protecting citizens' liberty. The judges emphasized that detention based on religious differences is unacceptable in a democratic nation governed by rule of law, directing police officials to ensure the couple's safety and security.
Election Commission Demands Video Evidence of Mamata Banerjee's Threats Against West Bengal Electoral Officer
Oct 11, 2025 05:39 pm CST
The Election Commission of India has requested video footage of Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee allegedly threatening West Bengal's Chief Electoral Officer with corruption allegations. This unprecedented situation has prompted BJP opposition to demand action, claiming the threats undermine democratic processes months before state elections.
The Remarkable Story of Political Honor: When a Bihar Leader Withdrew from Election After His Rival Sought His Blessings
Oct 10, 2025 02:19 am CST
Explore the inspiring story from 1977 Bihar elections when Congress leader Lahtan Chaudhary withdrew his candidacy after his political rival, Janata Party's Parmeshwar Kunwar, sought his blessings as a younger brother. This rare display of political integrity demonstrates how relationship values once transcended political ambitions in Indian democracy.
Former US Official Urges Indian Leaders to Prioritize National Values Following Rahul Gandhi's Democracy Concerns
Oct 03, 2025 12:53 pm CST
Raymond Vickery, a former senior US official, responds to Rahul Gandhi's claims that Indian democracy is under siege, emphasizing the importance of bipartisan commitment to national values. Gandhi, speaking in Colombia, described India's democratic framework as essential for its diverse population while warning of systematic attacks on democratic foundations by the Modi government.
Rahul Gandhi at EIA University: "Attack on Democracy" is India's Biggest Threat
Oct 02, 2025 07:37 pm CST
During his address at EIA University in Colombia, Opposition Leader Rahul Gandhi identified attacks on India's democratic system as the country's greatest challenge, while comparing India's complex decentralized structure with China's authoritarian model. His remarks sparked strong criticism from BJP representatives, who accused him of undermining Indian democracy while speaking on foreign soil.