India is gearing up for its general election, which is not only the world's largest democratic exercise but also one of its most significant. With a population exceeding 1.4 billion and nearly 970 million eligible voters, the upcoming election will determine the country's leadership for the next five years.
The incumbent Prime Minister, Narendra Modi, known for his Hindu nationalist stance, is facing a formidable challenge from a coalition of opposition parties. Modi, who came to power in 2014 on promises of economic progress and anti-corruption measures, has since intertwined religion with politics, garnering substantial support from the Hindu majority.
