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Rajasthan's Political Landscape in 2023: Factors That Will Define the State Election

  • Posted on October 10, 2023
  • Politics
  • By Arijit Dutta
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As the Rajasthan Assembly polls in 2023 inch closer, a multitude of critical factors are intricately molding the political landscape within the state. Foremost among these factors is the prevailing sentiment of anti-incumbency, which could potentially tip the scales in favor of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).

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As the Rajasthan Assembly polls in 2023 inch closer, a multitude of critical factors are intricately molding the political landscape within the state. Foremost among these factors is the prevailing sentiment of anti-incumbency, which could potentially tip the scales in favor of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).

Over the years, Rajasthan's voters have consistently oscillated their support between the Congress and the BJP during each assembly election. If historical patterns hold true, it may indeed be the BJP's opportune moment to seize power this time around. Nevertheless, the Congress government in Rajasthan has been diligently toiling in recent months to counteract this prevailing anti-incumbency sentiment. A pivotal component of their strategy has entailed the launch of novel welfare schemes meticulously designed to enhance the lives of the state's residents.

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However, as election day looms ever closer, these factors, alongside others, will persistently exert a substantial influence over voters' choices and the ultimate outcome of the Rajasthan Assembly elections.

The primary factors that exert their influence on the November 23 elections in the state can be distilled into several key facets:

Anti-incumbency: A persistent undercurrent shaping the forthcoming Rajasthan Assembly elections is the deeply entrenched anti-incumbency sentiment. Since 1993, Rajasthan voters have adhered to a pattern where they alternately bestow their mandate upon the Congress and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), leading to a change in leadership with each assembly election. If this historical trajectory persists, it may well favor the BJP in the impending polls.

Intra-party factionalism: Both major political parties, namely the Congress and the BJP, find themselves grappling with internal fissures, largely stemming from factionalism. Within the Congress, the ongoing power struggle between leaders Ashok Gehlot and Sachin Pilot has severely undermined the party's unity. Conversely, on the BJP front, the significant sway held by former Chief Minister Vasundhara Raje and her loyalists renders the management of internal dynamics a critical concern for the party.

Law and order dynamics: The issue of law and order has occupied a prominent position in the election discourse. The BJP has consistently raised apprehensions regarding a perceived deterioration in law and order, with a particular emphasis on crimes against women. In response, the Congress has asserted that the state administration swiftly takes action when such incidents occur.

Communal tensions: Communal tensions have emerged as a contentious issue, with the BJP invoking the Hindutva card. Incidents in Karauli, Jodhpur, and Bhilwara, along with the temple demolition in Alwar and the controversial murder of Udaipur tailor Kanhaiya Lal, allegedly for insulting Islam, have garnered significant attention.

Congress's welfare schemes: In an endeavor to combat the anti-incumbency sentiment, the Congress government has rolled out an array of welfare schemes. Among them, the revival of the Old Pension Scheme, benefiting approximately 7 lakh government workers and their families, stands out. Additionally, initiatives such as the Chiranjeevi Health Insurance Scheme, subsidized LPG cylinders for economically disadvantaged families, and a social security allowance have been introduced.

These multifaceted factors, encompassing everything from political maneuvering to socioeconomic welfare, are poised to steer the course of the upcoming Rajasthan Assembly elections, making it a closely watched and hotly contested political battleground.

 

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