Do you trust Narendra Modi as a politician?
Loved by many, hated by some, Mr Modi has always been a controversial figure. He never had a seat of roses even as the CM of Gujarat and even now as the PM, the going is not easy, in spite of his party having the majority in the Loksabha. But, how is he as a politician? Is he more of a corporate honcho running the country in a businesslike manner or is he a statesman, or a scheming politician? How...
Does our reservation policy deserve a re-look?
When merit takes precedence over even seniority in Defense sector, why should the civilian society have caste based reservation? Isn't it fair that economic-background and not caste must be the basis for reservation in educational institutions? India is now witness to 3rd generation of well-off 'reserved' candidates enjoying all the perks while un-reserved and economically backward people are at t...
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Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah is genuinely concerned about the welfare of the poor. ...
Mr. Siddaramaiah came to power with the promise to improve the administration, to tighten the hold on the bureaucracy and to root out organized corruption. He has been seen as a socialist and also as someone who has his heart set in the direction of the poor and their welfare. Anna Bhagya Yojana and other pro-poor projects started by him have earned him popularity as well as criticism. His governm...
If elections are held today in Karnataka who will win?
It is just a little over a year left for elections in Karnataka, but already the mood is being set. Is it Mr. Siddaramaiah's populist politics or Mr. Yeddyurappa's leadership under the shadow of Mr. Modi, or Mr. Devegowda's rustic farmer politics through his son Mr. Kumaraswamy? What are the people of Karnataka looking for and how are they making their decisions. How is the mood today? Let the wor...
National Anthem in cinemas. What is your opinion?
The recent ruling by the Supreme Court of India making it mandatory for cinema halls to play the national anthem before a movie has been debated extensively in the public domain. Not everyone is in agreement with it. While some find it as a much-awaited order, most others have a mixed reaction to it. What do you feel?
Will Priyanka be a better match to counter Modi?
Priyanka Gandhi has been the enigma in Indian politics. There are many things that are said about her but very little is known about her. For Congressmen she is the reluctant savior. Is she just a Congress heroine with imaginary capabilities and charms or is she actually the last knight who can restore Congress to its great days? Do speak up.
The poor have suffered more because of Demonetization. Do you agree?
Demonetization happened suddenly, without warning. While the rich and the middle class had some savings and also some other resources to take care of their day to day necessities and expenses, the poor, who in fact supported the move with the hope that things would turn out better for them in the long run, ended up as the worst affected. Has this move by the government really helped the poor or ha...
What is your take on digital monetary transactions?
The Prime Minister is in favour of digital monetary transactions, in fact, he is totally in favour of a cashless economy. While some people are still in favour of traditional cash transactions with only some trades employing digital transactions as an option, even supporters of Mr Modi believe that less cash is more preferable than no cash transactions. To what extent the monetary transactions s...
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