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The Dark Side of Kerala Politics

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Kerala, a progressive, 100% literate, and highly politically conscious state, is always regarded as a model state for the rest of the country. But there are a lot of things in Kerala politics that you should understand, that it is regressive, not to be proud of, and something we should totally denounce. The ground reality is sometimes opposite to the well-glorified image of the state. Ahead of the state elections, it is important discuss them. The objective here is to expose them and realise that Kerala politics needs a lot of change and modifications.  Rivalry turns Violent Politics is inevitable without competition, contestation, and confrontation. It is all about rivalry between people, parties, and their followers. It is healthy and needed in a democracy. But often this rivalry becomes a poison when it leads to violence. A violent democracy is no longer a democracy. Historically, Kerala has had strong political violence, especially in Northern Kerala. Kannur has been the hub of...

Newscapsule for the Month of October 2022

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   Following are the top news for the month.   If you wish to follow and get notifications of future articles, you can signup using the email on the left sidebar.  Article of the month- The present stature of the Congress Party in India.  Kerala  Kochi Metro allowed travellers to use the Metro for Rs 10/- in connection with Gandhi Jayanthi.  CPM leader Kodiyeri Balakrishnan passed away. Kerala mourned his death. CM postponed his European tour.  Kerala CM says Hartal violence was pre-planned, lauds police for measures taken against PFI.  5 RSS leaders in Kerala gave central Y category security cover from PFI violence. Govt postpones its Anti-Drug Campaign.  Kanam Rajendran gets a third term as CPI Kerala state secretary.  Atheits' Litmus Meet held in Kochi.  CM Pinarayi Vijayan leaves for European Tour.  Kerala police deny reports that its personnel have PFI links.  Norway offers assistance to Kerala to imple...