Electoral shifts in the Dravidian stronghold of Tamil Nadu
By: Kumar, Arun G
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BookPublisher: Economic & Political Weekly Description: 59(39), Oct 12, 2024: p.17-21.
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Economic & Political WeeklySummary: The 2024 Indian general elections marked a significant shift in Tamil Nadu’s political landscape. Although the Bharatiya Janata Party, failed to win any seats in the state, it achieved a notable 18.31% vote share and secured second place in 12 constituencies. This article explores the BJP’s relative success and the decline of the Dravidian parties’ combined vote share to 47.39%. It examines whether this indicates the erosion of Dravidian hegemony and the emergence of a “Hindu vote bank.” By analysing election results and party strategies, the study provides insights into the evolving political dynamics in Tamil Nadu.- Reproduced
https://www.epw.in/journal/2024/41/general-elections-2024/electoral-shifts-dravidian-stronghold-tamil-nadu.
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Indian Institute of Public Administration | 59(39), Oct 12, 2024: p.17-21 | Available | AR133417 |
The 2024 Indian general elections marked a significant shift in Tamil Nadu’s political landscape. Although the Bharatiya Janata Party, failed to win any seats in the state, it achieved a notable 18.31% vote share and secured second place in 12 constituencies. This article explores the BJP’s relative success and the decline of the Dravidian parties’ combined vote share to 47.39%. It examines whether this indicates the erosion of Dravidian hegemony and the emergence of a “Hindu vote bank.” By analysing election results and party strategies, the study provides insights into the evolving political dynamics in Tamil Nadu.- Reproduced
https://www.epw.in/journal/2024/41/general-elections-2024/electoral-shifts-dravidian-stronghold-tamil-nadu.
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