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Rahul Gandhi’s allegations about voter rolls predate, and never relied on, any data from the Centre for the Study of Developing Societies. 

The BJP’s record win in Maharashtra underscores how it has bounced back from its setback in parliamentary elections.

The Narendra Modi factor continues to play a major role in providing the NDA with its advantage. However, livelihood-related issues are emerging as major concerns in this election, says CSDS-Lokniti pre-poll survey

CSDS-Lokniti 2024 pre-poll survey reveals nuanced patterns with Narendra Modi’s guarantees getting more trust among older, rural, and less educated voters, while Rahul Gandhi’s resonated more with the middle class and educated; however, electoral choices are rarely determined solely by guarantees

There is an overwhelming support for the complete secularisation of the affirmative action policy framework in the country, especially with regard to the inclusion of Dalit Muslims in the Schedule Caste (SC) category.

CSDS-Lokniti poll shows majority believe in religious equality, with concerns over Ram Mandir and Election Commission trust.

The coming Lok Sabha election is framed as a contest between competing narratives, with political parties vying to convince voters of their ability to effectively address economic uncertainties; unemployment and price rises emerge as primary concerns for voters, reflecting a shift in their priorities compared with previous elections.

CSDS Survey on how unemployment influence voting decisions in youth, explained by The Hindu

Anti-incumbency hangs heavy on the governing party, and even heavier on sitting members of the legislative assembly in Rajasthan – known for a “roti palatnewali” electorate which has rotated the party in power over five assembly elections in the last 25 years.