Indian
federalism is on the verge of breakdown. Ministers from
opposition-ruled States have taken to the streets in
New Delhi to protest against discrimination by the Centre.
And the Prime Minister, who leads the use of a divisive
majoritarian agenda for political gains, has attacked
the protestors saying they are breaking up the country
by using the narrative of a North-South divide for political
purposes.
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This article was originally published in Frontline on
February 21, 2024.
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