Category: Politics
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Electoral Autocracy Forced on Citizens by Choice: The Illusion of Democracy
Democracy is often celebrated as the highest form of governance, a system in which people rule themselves through elected representatives. Elections are portrayed as festivals of democracy, moments when citizens exercise their power, shape their future, and hold leaders accountable. In theory, democracy empowers the people. In practice, however, many modern democracies—particularly in developing nations—have…
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Who Is the Real Credit Seeker — “The Creditjibi”?
In India, even the poorest members of society—people who sometimes struggle just to secure two meals a day—still pay taxes. Whether they realize it or not, every person contributes to the government’s revenue through GST, fuel tax, road tax, tolls, excise duties, and countless other hidden charges. Even a poor daily wage worker buying a…
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A Reflection on India’s Enduring Crisis of Governance, Accountability, and Mindset
Why So Much Criticism Yet No Change? India is a nation where public criticism of politicians, bureaucrats, and the governing system flows endlessly. Every day, in tea stalls, living rooms, social media platforms, and even academic discussions, corruption is cited as the nation’s biggest curse. People question the unexplained rise in wealth of political leaders,…
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Can Indian Politicians Become Crorepati After Winning an MLA Election?
Grok replied, shocked: Whether they are our servants or we are working for them!!! Yes, many Indian MLAs become crorepatis, and data suggest that winning an MLA election often correlates with significant wealth accumulation. According to reports from the Association for Democratic Reforms (ADR) and other sources: Sources of Income for MLAs MLAs’ wealth comes…
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Paper Leak: The New Norm of India
In today’s India, education has unfortunately turned into one of the most profitable businesses. What once symbolized knowledge, values, and national growth has been reduced to a marketplace where dreams are bought and sold for a price. Every course — whether offline or online — has a price tag attached to it. You pay, and…
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Student Politics in Indian Universities: Purpose, Paradox, and Persistent Failures
Student life in higher education institutions is ideally meant to revolve around learning, intellectual exploration, personal growth, and preparation for meaningful careers. Universities are expected to function as spaces insulated from societal chaos and political turbulence—spaces where academic pursuits take precedence over every other concern. Yet, in India, university campuses have increasingly become hotbeds of…
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Air Pollution in the National Capital: A Persistent Failure of Governance and Collective Responsibility
Air pollution in India’s national capital has repeatedly reached hazardous levels, drawing global attention for all the wrong reasons. New Delhi, a symbol of India’s aspirations, culture, and history, has unfortunately become equally symbolic of the country’s struggles with environmental governance and long-term planning. In many international forums and headlines across the world, Delhi’s smog…