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Narendra Modi Wins Again -- What Does That Mean for India?
By Krzysztof Iwanek
This time, Narendra Modi was the issue. And the electorate has issued him a fresh mandate.
Manufacturing Islamophobia on WhatsApp in India
By Soma Basu
What can a study of pro-BJP WhatsApp groups tell us about the party’s culpability in rising Islamophobia?
India Elections 2019: What Voters in ‘Modi’s’ Bishada Village Want
By StoriesAsia
The site of a deadly cow lynching incident has little to show for its fervent support of Modi.
What India's Most Backward District Wants From the Election
By Vishal Arora, Avinash Giri, and Safvana Yasmine
Voters in Nuh wonder where the government has been.
The Indian Diaspora’s Influence on the General Election
By Priyanka Mogul
British-Indians have been struck with election fever – but what impact does it have on the polls?
India Elections 2019: Where Are Farmers in Gujarat’s Growth Model?
By Vishal Arora and Dev Desai
Those in rural areas complain they have been left behind during Gujarat's era of growth.
Can the BJP Do It Again?
By Neelanjan Sircar
In 2014, the BJP swept to power easily. In this year’s elections, forming government will be a lot harder.
Why These Farmers Will Boycott India's General Elections
By Vishal Arora and Avinash Giri
With no road, no electricity, and often no water, these villagers are sitting out the election in protest.
Can the BJP Hold on to Power?
By K.S. Venkatachalam
Narendra Modi’s chances of returning to power in 2019 fall as a major poll predicts a hung parliament.
India’s Criminal Politicians
By Neeta Lal
Why are so many people facing criminal charges still elected to India's legislative bodies?
Celebrating 25 Years of the Panchayati Raj in India
By Martand Jha
The 73rd and 74th constitutional amendments brought governance to the local level.
Can Modi Keep Winning?
By Kartikeya Singh
As India gears up for the largest democratic exercise on the planet, what are the prospects for 5 more years of Modi?