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The "Foreign Hand" Playbook
Political ScienceAugust 4, 202614 min read

The "Foreign Hand" Playbook

Explore India's "foreign hand" playbook, a three-step government response to mass protests: delegitimization, financial chokeholds, and leadership arrests. This pattern has been applied across various movements, from anti-CAA protests to farmers' agitations.

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Government vs Campaign
Political ScienceFeaturedMay 12, 20267 min read

Government vs Campaign

This post explores the fundamental asymmetry in Indian electoral politics: voters often compare an incumbent government's audited record with a challenger's unaudited promises, creating a rigged comparison against the incumbent.

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Tamil Nadu's Rising Debt Under DMK Rule
Political ScienceDecember 29, 202515 min read

Tamil Nadu's Rising Debt Under DMK Rule

Tamil Nadu's state debt has almost doubled under DMK rule, sparking political debate. While liabilities have surged from ₹4.8 to ₹9.29 lakh crore, the growth is contextualized by economic expansion and historical burdens.

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Tamil Nadu under DMK vs Gujarat under BJP
Political ScienceFeaturedDecember 28, 202523 min read

Tamil Nadu under DMK vs Gujarat under BJP

This analysis compares development in Tamil Nadu (DMK) and Gujarat (BJP) across economic growth, social welfare, health, education, and infrastructure. It highlights their distinct governance models and their impact on state progress.

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Uttar Pradesh under Yogi Adityanath
Political ScienceDecember 26, 202520 min read

Uttar Pradesh under Yogi Adityanath

Explore Yogi Adityanath's transformative 8-year tenure in Uttar Pradesh, examining advancements in crime reduction, infrastructure, and economic growth alongside significant concerns regarding civil liberties and minority rights.

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