India’s Political Shift: Tharoor on the Rise of Muscular Nationalism Under BJP

Congress MP Shashi Tharoor has offered a compelling comparison of India’s evolving political landscape. He highlights the distinct approach of the current BJP-led NDA government.

Centralized Power and Charismatic Leadership

Tharoor observes that the BJP places a significant “premium” on “charismatic leadership and heavily centralised governance.” This marks a notable departure from previous political paradigms in India.

A Shift from Centrism?

This emphasis on centralized power, combined with what Tharoor terms “muscular nationalism,” suggests a move away from the more centrist approaches of the past. The implications of this shift are yet to be fully understood, but they are undoubtedly shaping the current political discourse in India.