Two powerful leaders vie in India PM election match-up for a chance to lead developing giant
India articles on Democracy Chronicles
Giant India is an electoral democracy, the world's biggest democracy by far. According to Freedom House, "elections have generally been free and fair and the 2009 national polls were mostly peaceful, though some violence occurred". Also check out our section on World Democracy.
India Opposition Picks Modi as Leader
Rise of controversial governor leaves him favorite for PM spot as opposition picks Modi as leader
PM Urged to Quit Amid New India Corruption Scandal
New India corruption scandal sees two ministers resign leaving PM in trouble ahead of elections
Shock Bribery Scandal Forces India Minister Quit
Major railroad bribery revelations build as national scandal forces India minister quit government
India’s Women Take to Streets Against Violence
India’s women take to streets organizing into “Red Brigades” to fight against rampant sexual violence in the midst of surge in assaults on women
Rotary International Fighting Indian Polio Successfully
How one charity is teaming up to end the virus for good in the poorest regions of India: Charity Rotary International fighting Indian polio to the end
Democracy Making Gains in Muslim World
Muslim countries like Pakistan and Malaysia show democracy making gains and has attraction
Government Accused of Mass India Corruption Scandal
Mass India corruption is major barrier to economic growth but popular opposition is growing strong
India’s Karnataka Focus of National Election Campaigns
Massive changes taking place are reflected in dynamic India’s Karnataka focus in political scene
Canadian Brothers Win Award for Fighting Child Labor
Two Canadian brothers have been named World Vision Anti-Child Labour Ambassadors in honor of their work. They were given award for fighting child labor worldwide.