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The Rise of Modi: India’s Rightward Turn

The Rise of Modi: India’s Rightward Turn

FromThe Daily


The Rise of Modi: India’s Rightward Turn

FromThe Daily

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Length:
25 minutes
Released:
May 21, 2019
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

India’s prime minister, Narendra Modi, has governed as a right-wing populist whose nationalist message has often pitted Hindus against Muslims. We look at what Mr. Modi’s likely re-election this week tells us about the country’s political future. Guest: Jeffrey Gettleman, the South Asia bureau chief for The New York Times. For more information on today’s episode, visit nytimes.com/thedaily. Background reading: Mr. Modi’s Hindu nationalist politics and his efforts to project a strong image of India abroad appeared to have played well among the country’s 900 million registered voters, according to exit polls.The results of the election may reveal not just a decision on Mr. Modi but also a deeper one on what kind of government India really wants.
Released:
May 21, 2019
Format:
Podcast episode

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