In the Room with Peter Bergen India’s Modi Will (Likely) Get the Most Votes in Human History. Why?
May 28, 2024
Prime Minister Modi of India, the world's most popular leader, discusses his embrace of religious nationalism and India's democratic future. The podcast delves into the shift towards a Hindu-centric ideology, Modi's upbringing, RSS origins, Gandhi's assassination, Modi's election strategies, rising nationalism, and youth perceptions of Modi's leadership.
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Modi at Ram Temple
- Prime Minister Modi's presence at the Ram temple's consecration was a significant event.
- He played the role of a high priest, launching his reelection campaign.
Shifting National Identity
- India's founding idea was a secular, diverse nation, accepting all faiths and cultures.
- Modi's vision shifts this towards a Hindu-first, Hindi-first nation.
Temple and Mosque
- The Ram temple's construction on a destroyed mosque site highlights religious tensions.
- The destruction and subsequent riots caused trauma and distrust among India's Muslims.