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Tag Archives: Democracy
Civil Revolution May Usher A Constitutional Democracy In Pakistan
Mirza Akhtar Beg argues that Pakistan appears to be on the verge of emerging as a functioning Constitutional Democracy, with primacy of laws and constitution that has eluded Pakistan for 61 years of its checkered history. Continue reading
Posted in DesiPundit, Pakistan
Tagged Asif Ali Zardari, Democracy, Nawaz Sharif, Pakistan, PPP
7 Comments
India Votes: Whom Should Muslims Vote?
I don’t know that was or has been a general feeling of alienation or escapism among Muslims, but one thing is sure, no political party has done anything concrete for the Muslims except some lip service to arouse emotional appeal though the community has been wrongly accused by the BJP and its allies for what is called ‘minority appeasement’. Continue reading
Posted in Featured, India Elections 2009
Tagged Democracy, Elections, India Elections 2009, Issues 2009, Parliamentary Elections 2009
33 Comments
India Votes: What Are The Issues Of Indian Muslims As Elections Approach?
As another election to the parliament in India approaches, the question comes up “What are Indian Muslims Thinking? What are the issues on the basis of which they will vote for various parties? Are their issues the same as those of other Indians or do they have some distinct issues of their own? Continue reading
Posted in DesiPundit, Featured, India Elections 2009
Tagged Democracy, Elections, Issues 2009, leadership-problems, Political Lea
8 Comments
India Votes: A Lucid Dream And Reality
The 2009 General election is going to witness a dawn of professional politics where political parties will be marketed as commodities to lure potential voters. It will not be merely a traditional competition between Congress and BJP but a plethora of small parties with regional interest will compete to get a share of people’s sympathy. Continue reading
Posted in India Elections 2009, Politics
Tagged bjp, congress, Democracy, India Elections 2009
30 Comments
India Votes: Aged And Outdated Leaders
Should there be a legislation of age bar for politicians in India? Does age help improve efficiency? Should some sort of retirement criteria be introduced in Indian politics as well? Does vibrant India need equally young and vibrant leaders, not old, aging and ‘not-so-fit’ leaders? Continue reading
Posted in DesiPundit, India Elections 2009, Politics
Tagged Age, Democracy, Elections 2009, Indian Politicians, Indian Politics
7 Comments
India Votes: Democracy, Elections And Minorities In India
The General elections in India are about to take place within three months which are like a day of judgment for political parties. They have to stand before their voters and render account of their deeds and misdeeds. Continue reading
Posted in DesiPundit, India Elections 2009, Politics
Tagged bjp, congress, Democracy, Elections 2009, NDA, UPA
23 Comments
The Message Of Jammu & Kashmir Elections
These elections have thrown up an invaluable political opportunity to move towards a permanent political resolution of the Kashmir issue. It is hoped that the new coalition government in J& K – with support from New Delhi – would chart a new course towards peace, stability and prosperity. Continue reading
Posted in DesiPundit, India Elections 2009, Politics
Tagged Amarnath Issue, Amarnath Yatra, Democracy, India, kashmir, Kashmir Elections, Omar Abdullah
16 Comments
Another Sonrise
Omar Abdullah is slated to be the chief minister of Jammu & Kashmir. It is never going to be easy. I just hope he proves to be the exorcist we badly need to stave off our past ghosts, who still haunt us, from time to time. Continue reading
Posted in Politics
Tagged Democracy, Farooq Abdullah, kashmir, Kashmir Elections, Omar Abdullah
35 Comments
J&K 2008 Polls: The Death of Kashmiri Nationalism?
Despite some incidences of forced voting Kashmiri voters that came out to vote did so on their own volition. However to interpret this as a sign that Kashmiri nationalism itself has lost public support makes little sense. Continue reading
Posted in DesiPundit, Politics
Tagged Democracy, Farooq Abdullah, kashmir, Kashmir Elections, National Conference, Omar Abdullah
111 Comments