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**LR (left/right): 1 = left leaning, 3 = neutral, 5 = right leaning** **CP (critical/pro-establishment): 1 = critical, 3 = neutral, 5 = pro**

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  • The first phase of voting for India's general election was held for 102 parliamentary seats on Friday, with around 62% turnout recorded across 21 states and Union Territories. The Indian Express
  • Nearly a billion eligible voters are set to elect 543 members to the Lok Sabha (the lower house of the Indian parliament), with polling taking place in seven phases from April 19 to June 1. The results will be declared on June 4. BBC News
  • Central government ministers Nitin Gadkari and Bhupendra Yadav, alongside opposition leaders Gaurav Gogoi and Kanimozhi, were among those whose fates were sealed Friday. NDTV.com
  • The BJP is widely expected to win, given Prime Minister Narendra Modi's unprecedented popularity. According to a 2023 Pew study, Modi is seen favorably among 80% of Indian adults. CNN (LR: 2 CP: 5)
  • The next phase of voting is on April 26 and involves 89 parliamentary seats across 13 Indian states. Al Jazeera (LR: 2 CP: 1)

Right narrative:

  • The Indian general election's extended duration is necessitated by logistical and security reasons to ensure a smooth and secure voting process — not to benefit Modi or his campaign. Despite opposition concerns about costs and advantages to the incumbent, the general election remains a fundamental aspect of India's democracy.
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Left narrative:

  • Modi's inauguration of a new Hindu temple at Ayodhya illustrated his efforts for re-election. His anti-Muslim history has shaped his political path. The temple consecration underlined India's shift towards Hindu supremacy, challenging its secular fabric. Modi's actions often blur the line between state and religion. The future of India's democracy is at stake.
    LOS ANGELES TIMES

Nerd narrative:

  • There's a 50% chance the BJP will win at least 322 seats in the 2024 Indian election, according to the Metaculus prediction community.
    METACULUS (LR: 3 CP: 3)
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