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Why India’s Modi Underperformed

Jun 7, 2024
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi underperformed in the recent elections, winning the most seats but needing coalition allies to form a government. Experts discuss challenges of BJP's underperformance, India's geopolitical position, nationalism under Modi's governance, economic challenges in a coalition government, and complexities of India-China relations.
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  • Modi's party won most seats but needs coalition partners, challenging his power retention and governance style.
  • Election reflected shift towards stronger opposition focusing on local factors; effective coalition governments in India for reforms.

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Modi's Third Term in Question

India's 2024 elections resulted in Narendra Modi's party winning the most seats but not enough for a majority, requiring coalition partners. This challenges Modi's accustomed power retention as he now needs to share control, impacting his governance style and decision-making. The election reflected a shift towards a stronger opposition, signaling a positive outcome for Indian democracy.

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