The emergence and consolidation of regional political parties in India mark one of the most profound transformations in the country’s post-independence political landscape. While the Indian National Congress dominated the early decades, the rise of regional parties since the late 1960s has reconfigured the architecture of Indian democracy. Their ascent is not merely a symptom … Continue reading What factors have contributed to the rise of regional political parties in India, and how have these parties influenced the structure, functioning, and dynamics of the Indian political system in the contemporary period?
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Assess the role of regional parties in reinforcing the democratic fabric and federal structure of the Indian polity.
Assessing the Role of Regional Parties in Reinforcing the Democratic Fabric and Federal Structure of Indian Polity Abstract The rise of regional parties in India has been one of the most consequential developments in the evolution of its political system, especially since the decline of one-party dominance in the late 20th century. Far from merely … Continue reading Assess the role of regional parties in reinforcing the democratic fabric and federal structure of the Indian polity.