Despite assertions otherwise, the majority of the nation values freedom and civil liberties.
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Having finally thrown his hat into the political ring, the poll strategist will have to ensure a win for his party
It may have won again in its stronghold, but it is doubtful that JNU and the Left itself will survive such anarchy for long.
Many experts believe there is a serious risk of poor voter turnout which would be seen as a referendum against the Indian state.
Whatever his personal beliefs, as the prime minister, the eloquent Mr Modi should have reacted to an important verdict by the country's Supreme Court.
Today's 'intellectuals' are totally divorced from the realities of politics which runs on the basis of caste and religion, not on the support given to freedom.
The PAAS leader ended his indefinite fast despite the Gujarat government refusing to entertain any of his demands.
'Do we take the Gandhi scion seriously? Not necessarily. After all, he is a desperate alienated politician.'
Even after 900 days, there have only been arrests in the case, but no charges.
In fact, so right are both parties, the voter is left with a Hobson's Choice.
