Articles by Badri Narayan
Why the Dalit vote may decide Haryana outcome
The political and electoral inclination of Dalits in Haryana seems subject to various factors such as the charisma of national leaders, caste and class character of the political parties in the state, and the nature of electoral promises made, among others.
Published on Oct 02, 2024 08:33 PM IST
How sub-classification will change Dalit politics
A political contest may emerge in Dalit politics, fragmenting it into castes that have benefited most from affirmative action and the more disadvantaged castes.
Published on Sep 12, 2024 09:45 PM IST
The discreet charm of the subaltern godmen
The stampede at the Hathras satsang (prayer meeting) raises many questions about all that went wrong that day — more due to negligence and thoughtlessness among key actors than any freak occurrence
Published on Jul 08, 2024 09:16 PM IST
The Dalit vote is not a monolith despite the BSP
Dalits, accounting for 16.6% of the country’s population, can play an important role in determining the shape of India’s democracy and electoral outcomes
Published on May 17, 2024 11:14 PM IST
The emerging election mosaic in Uttar Pradesh
The full electoral picture in UP, of course, is still to emerge. But the pointers to the future are very much there.
Published on Apr 17, 2024 10:10 PM IST
Political message in Bharat Ratna for Karpoori Thakur
The decision to confer the Bharat Ratna on Thakur may turn out to be a game-changer for the BJP in Bihar.
Published on Jan 26, 2024 10:09 PM IST
Lessons for Congress in political diction of BJP
How will these results influence the 2024 elections? It will compel the Congress to rethink its strategies and diction of politics, especially in the Hindi Belt
Published on Dec 04, 2023 03:18 AM IST
Bihar survey exposes disparities among OBCs
The Bihar socio-economic data will sharpen the existing contestation for political power and material resources within the OBC and EBC communities.
Published on Nov 09, 2023 03:23 AM IST
Caring for the elders: From family to State
It’s crucial for society to recognise the contributions of senior citizens and work collectively to ensure their well-being and dignity in their golden years.
Published on Nov 08, 2023 10:37 PM IST
Many narratives of social justice politics
Bihar caste survey shows OBCs make up 63% of the population, impacting politics and governance. OBC mobilisation is expected to increase.
Published on Oct 03, 2023 03:13 PM IST
NCERT textbook controversy: Much ado about nothing
India is not alone when it comes to controversies over revisions of textbooks; such things happen all over the world
Updated on Apr 13, 2023 07:21 PM IST
Only quality education can empower the people and ensure social justice
We hope the NCF will ensure equal educational opportunities for all, the basis of an equitable, democratic and exclusive society. It will also fulfil the demands of the Dalit ladies of Phulpur and dream of BR Ambedkar and Swami Vivekanand, who said that only education can empower the people.
Updated on Nov 16, 2022 06:49 PM IST
Dynasties could be the key narrative in 2024
The BJP is hoping to recast itself as an anti-dynastic force, blaming the old bloodline guard for the ills plaguing India. It not only helps in shifting blame but also in weakening political outfits that continue to resist the party in several states
Updated on Aug 18, 2022 10:45 PM IST
Politics of development is set for a new phase with Murmu
To understand the motivation and rationale behind this decision to nominate Droupadi Murmu, we have to look back.
Updated on Jul 07, 2022 09:36 PM IST
How the BJP retained its large social coalition in UP
From campaigning and narrative setting to social engineering and caste management, the BJP functioned as one unit, from the grassroots cadre and the candidate right to the top leadership
Updated on Mar 25, 2022 11:43 AM IST
Badri Narayan
In UP, a realignment of not just parties, but also communities
In many ways, it’s not only a political phenomenon but also a social one — this is why every party organises a Dalit meeting, a prabudh warg conference or a samajik samvad
Updated on Feb 08, 2022 08:42 PM IST
Badri Narayan
Based on alliances, it is advantage BJP
The difference between the 2014 and the 2019 election is that the former was fought under when the Modi magic was in full swing. This time around, it is going to be based on the electoral strength of alliance partners. But the inherent contradictions between many parties and interests of certain political groups are creating problems in the formation of alliances
Updated on Mar 23, 2019 05:55 PM IST
Badri Narayan
How Mayawati chooses her alliance partners
She prefers a political party which can transfer its votes to the BSP, supports her own political ambitions, and does not eat into her Dalit votes
Updated on Jan 19, 2019 07:37 PM IST
Badri Narayan
It is back to the Hindutva card in Uttar Pradesh
To counter the BSP-SP alliance, the BJP is also trying to project icons, heroes, kings and warriors of the Dalit and OBC-MBC communities, by erecting statues and organising celebrations commemorating them
Updated on Nov 19, 2018 07:23 PM IST
Badri Narayan
Why Mayawati is a pragmatic politician
She works towards electoral alliances that appear the most respectable for her party, her voter base and herself
Updated on Oct 17, 2018 07:18 PM IST
Badri Narayan
Assembly elections 2017: How BJP won and the SP, BSP lost the Dalit vote in UP
The grand success of the BJP in the 2017 elections of Uttar Pradesh can be owed to its social engineering strategy crafted by Amit Shah
Updated on Mar 12, 2017 07:21 AM IST
Badri Narayan
Narendra Modi does not figure in the Dalit khichri
In villages near Varanasi inhabited by people belonging to the Musahar caste, there is no propaganda about Modi. They are only looking for some relief from their daily grind and rely on the BSP and the Congress.
Updated on Apr 16, 2014 11:24 PM IST
Badri Narayan
Caste-ing a shadow on polls
There are a thousand burning issues in the state but when it comes to assembly elections, it all boils down to the caste. And political parties know the game all too well. Badri Narayan writes.
Updated on Jun 28, 2011 03:54 PM IST
Hindustan Times | Badri Narayan, Lucknow