India, with a population exceeding 1.4 billion and nearly 970 million eligible voters, is gearing up for what could be one of its most significant general elections. The election will see Prime Minister Narendra Modi, known for his Hindu nationalist stance, facing off against a coalition of opposition parties.
Modi, who came to power in 2014 on promises of economic progress and anti-corruption measures, has since integrated religion into politics, garnering substantial support from the Hindu majority. However, his tenure has been marked by challenges such as rising unemployment, attacks on minorities, and restrictions on dissent and media freedom.
