Elections in Bharat

Ananya Mittal
4 min readJun 4, 2024

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India, that is Bharat, has its Lok Sabha elections and the results will be announced soon.

While the political parties are competing and government employees are working hard to carry out this process there is more than meets the eye.

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Elaborated Election Process

Being a Bharatiya, I am proud that the country is touching peaks of leadership and advancement but there are some harsh realities that we can’t escape.

The election process in Bharat is an elaborated one where the overall poll expenditure is expected to reach Rs. 1.35 Lakh crore, roughly 16.24 billion US dollars.

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Now, some people might say that we should spend this amount of money on education. Still, it is true that to maintain democracy and ensure the ‘Right to Vote’ for every Indian citizen, it is important to carry out the elections PAN India.

While the cost of elections is significant, it’s a necessary investment in ensuring the ‘Right to Vote’ for every Indian citizen. This democratic process allows for a diverse range of voices to be heard and for the people to choose their representatives.

Exit Polls and Loopholes

In Bharat, the electoral system allows for flexibility and coalition governments, reflecting the diversity of political views and the potential for compromise.

While alliances can sometimes lead to unexpected outcomes, they also offer opportunities for different parties to work together for the common good.

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For example, the INDI Alliance has several parties that didn’t completely get seats in most states. These votes are shattered among these parties but as an alliance, their number gets more.

Hence, the one party that most of the people have voted for gets behind.

However, the election results are a reality check for how tables can turn. In a democracy, especially in a region with as much population as Bharat, it is never certain how the results will turn out.

Impact On Economy

The outcome of the elections will undoubtedly have an impact on India’s economic trajectory, as different political parties have varying approaches to economic policy.

It’s important to analyze the potential implications for the Indian economy and to monitor how the stock market responds to the election results.

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Still, the exit poll results have left an impact on the Share Market of India for sure.

After exit polls were announced, people started investing heavily in companies they believed would boom in the new session of parliament. Still, as the vote counting is in process and the results seem a bit uncertain, the market is unstable as well.

People who have invested in companies after the prediction of exit polls when looked at the counting process have their beliefs on edge.

The stock market, as a reflection of investor sentiment, is naturally sensitive to election results. As the counting process unfolds, investors will be closely watching the outcome and adjusting their strategies accordingly.

Geopolitical Connections

India’s foreign policy has been shaped by Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership, and the outcome of the elections will undoubtedly have an impact on India’s relationships with other countries.

It’s important to consider how the new government will approach foreign policy and how this will affect India’s position on the global stage.

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Conclusion

The Indian elections are a complex and dynamic process, reflecting the country’s vibrant democracy and its ever-evolving political landscape. While the cost of elections is significant, it’s a necessary investment in ensuring the “Right to Vote” for every Indian citizen.

The outcome of these elections will have a profound impact on India’s economy, its geopolitical standing, and the lives of its people. As the results unfold, it’s crucial to remain engaged in the political process and to hold our elected leaders accountable for their promises.

P.S. Which leader do you think deserved more support?

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Ananya Mittal

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