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What can the Opposition do to be a Formidable Force in 2029?

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Has the BJP ever been as weak as it has been since 2014? They are not electorally weak, but they have failed due to policy issues and incompetence. The rise of the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) is evidence that there is some form of disappointment with the government, yet the opposition is unable to capitalise on that. CJP itself is a case study for another day.  We have, till now, discussed a lot about the successes of the BJP, its invincibility, and also in depth about Congress' weakness.  Currently, the opposition is in a weak state despite tons of issues and problems happening around us. The INDIA alliance formed in 2023 has hundreds of flaws and infighting going on.  General elections, especially in India, are not won overnight; they need years of extensive work and strong ideological rooting. We are three years away from the next general election, which may/may not be after the delimitation and may possibly also be a simultaneous election (One Nation One Election)....

Science vs Social Science: Understanding the Never Ending Debate

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We often encounter this popular debate now, between two distinct yet interconnected domains- Science and Social Science, which is better, which is truer, and much more. We will try to understand both these distinct fields and the never-ending debate on this.  Both Science and Social Science give their own understanding of the world, and that too in their own way. Let us delve in depth regarding the same on the similarities and differences between the sciences and social sciences.  What is Science? It is a systematic method of studying and explaining the natural world. There are various branches of science, such as Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and various subranches, such as Astronomy, Applied Sciences, Engineering, and many more. Biology, compared to other fields, is largely restricted to studying living beings, while other branches are universal in nature.  Science uses Data, Measurability, Research, and a structured method called the scientific method. The focus here is...

Analysis of Kerala Elections 2026- Trends, Figures, Seats and Numbers

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The result for the Kerala Elections 2026 was declared on 4th May. UDF bounced back to power with 102 seats, and LDF collapsed to a record low of 35 seats, and for the first time, BJP won three seats in Southern Kerala. The big guns of LDF, a dozen senior ministers of the cabinet, lost. CPI-M party forts of Kannur, Kollam, Alapuzha, and Kozhikode were dented.  This article will discuss Trends, figures, seats, and Numbers of the elections and how this has indeed been a historic election.  Before we proceed, do read the precursor articles for a better understanding. Political Geography of Kerala Kerala is both politically, historically, and geographically divided into three regions — Northern, Central, and Southern. The divisions are largely flexible and don't consider it as the end word, but rather a generalised term. It is also known as Malabar, Cochin, and Travancore, respectively. Malabar — Kasargod, Kannur, Kozhikode, Wayanad, Malappuram Cochin — Palakkad, Thrissur, Ern...

News Capsule for the Month of April 2026

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The following are the top news stories for the month.   If you wish to follow and get notifications of future articles, you can sign up using the email on the left sidebar.  News Capsule of the month Kerala  Malayalam filmmaker Ranjith arrested over sexual assault allegations.  Kerala HC dismisses Suresh Gopi’s plea, says he must face trial in election petition.  Helped Ranjith evade arrest; Police to quiz actor Bobby Kurian and Shalini.  He visited Changanssery, Thiruvalla, Thrissur, and Trivandrum to conduct rallies and roadshows in support of the NDA candidates.  Wayanad rehab: Congress collected Rs 5.38 crore, discloses KPCC president Sunny Joseph.  Odisha woman was arrested for snatching a chain from an 84-year-old in Kochi.  Kerala voted for its 17th Legislative Assembly on 9th April at 79%.  'Only Society That Worships Women': Centre Says India Not Patriarchal As Per West In Sabarimala Hearing.  'Our Standards Should Not...