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Election results a rejection of  Hate Politics, Sectarianism

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Prof Pradeep Mathur

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New Delhi, 21 June 2024

The 2024 elections have been a watershed in the history of India as they have clearly indicated the  rejection of divisive politics and preference for a society rooted in the principles of unity, justice, and progress.

No doubt the Indian voters have made a decisive contribution in the political process and have shifted focus on broader national issues like poverty alleviation, unemployment reduction  The election results have sent a clear message against the previous BJP-led government’s politics of hatred, use of constitutional agencies to suppress the Opposition, and  pro-big business policies that are responsible for uneven growth and increasing  poverty and unemployment.

Securing 243 seats in  a House of 542 members, the INDIA alliance’s victory is attributed to the  support of farmers, women, minorities, Dalits, and civil society. The Opposition parties owe their newfound strength to the resilience and determination of the masses, who spearheaded an anti-incumbency movement that the Opposition should have led.

The people  not merely cast their votes but also led the charge against the government.The  factors that influenced the vote, included inflation, unemployment, authoritarianism, corruption, and religious polarization or communalism.While urban voters leaned more toward the  BJP,  rural voters overwhelmingly supported the Opposition alliance.

Article at a Glance

 

The 2024 Indian elections marked a significant shift in the country's political landscape, rejecting divisive politics and embracing unity, justice, and progress. The election results sent a clear message against the BJP-led government's politics of hatred, misuse of constitutional agencies, and pro-big business policies.

The INDIA alliance's victory was attributed to the support of farmers, women, minorities, Dalits, and civil society. The people rejected the politics of hate, authoritarianism, and communalism, and instead opted for a more inclusive and democratic approach.

The election results highlighted the importance of upholding democratic institutions, combating inflation and unemployment, and fostering peace and harmony. The road ahead is long, but the election results provide a promising opportunity to shape the nation in accordance with the aspirations of the masses.

 In U.P. the voters rejected  the politics of hate by handing over electoral defeat to BJP even in Ayodhya, the epic centre of the saffron party’s  Mandir-Masjid politics. This was a direct rebuke to the politics of hate and communal division.

In Maharashtra the setback was because of  the electorate’s rejection of manipulative and coercive political practices, including breaking Opposition parties and misusing government agencies to do so.

 An analysis of the results and their implications shows that the people have found the concept of ‘one party, one leader, one language, one religion’ as unacceptable. They have rejected the majoritarian view of politics and have confirmed that India is a land of multiple religions, cultures, and diversity, and the country can be governed only by consensus.

 

The election results was a clear verdict against  some major mistakes the Modi government has made since coming to powe. First was the divisive politics of hatred that sought to isolate certain communities and stigmatize them. This  involved marginalising and harassing certain segments of society, spreading venomous narratives, and breaking  social bonds.The misuse of constitutional agencies like the Enforcement Directorate (ED), the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), the Election Commission, and the courts to undermine opposition parties was the other.No less was the protection and promotion of crony capitalism that concentrated the nation’s wealth in the hands of a few.

 The most important role in the struggle against the BJP misrule   was played by five major states – Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, West Bengal, Maharashtra, and Tamil Nadu – which collectively account for 249 Lok Sabha seats. In these states, the electorate decisively rejected the politics of hatred delivering a big blow to the party’s dominance.

   No doubt the BJP has suffered a massive setback yet  one has to be cautious against any complacency as the battle against divisive forces is  going to be  long drawn. There is the need for the Opposition to work tirelessly to uphold democratic institutions, combat inflation and unemployment, and foster an atmosphere of peace and harmony.

 The transformative impact of the 2024 general elections on India’s political landscape highlighted a significant shift in the approach of the country’s voting community. The election result has been a resounding success for Indian citizens, particularly the poor community.

Politics is about influencing state policy, not just electing MPs. In democratic societies it is crucial to change public thinking, which in turn shapes a positive agenda for governance and state policy making.

 

As we gear up for upcoming state assembly elections in four states this year the importance of sustaining the momentum generated by these parliamentary election results cannot be over emphasised. 

The road ahead is long, but these election results have provided a promising opportunity to shape the nation in accordance with the  aspirations of the masses . All stakeholders – the government, Opposition parties, and civil society – should heed the electorate’s voice and work collectively towards realizing the dream of a truly democratic, inclusive, and prosperous India.”

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