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Caste, not the candidate, wins elections in India.

Indian Electoral Commission demonstrate the Electronic Voting Machines
Indian Electoral Commission demonstrate the Electronic Voting Machines. Image by EPA/RAJAT GUPTA Source: EPA

For years, the element of caste has played an important role in Indian politics. Sociologist Dr Gaurang Jani talks about how it is affecting the current election process and what are the other factors likely to affect election results.


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For years, the element of caste has played an important role in Indian politics. Sociologist Dr Gaurang Jani talks about how it is affecting the current election process and what are the other factors likely to affect election results.



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