Coalition governments and their influence on the balance of power in indian federalism: An analytical perspective
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https://doi.org/10.29070/8jkcm670Keywords:
Coalitions, governance, federal, ambitions, politicsAbstract
Coalitions have emerged to link the federal division of powers with sub-national pluralism in India, following the collapse of the national consensus on a parliamentary majority—a phenomenon typical of the functioning of parliamentary governments in developing nations. Coalitions in India owe their existence mostly to a group of ambitious individuals who band together to rule for party and personal gain; these coalitions have become ubiquitous in modern Indian politics, both at the national and provincial levels. The strength that unites is its magnitude. Together, we are pursuing our goals. It is not true that regional parties are now sharing power at the centre and contributing to the consensus process. Actually, they aren't required to take part in national politics. Their perspective remains narrow. Their strategy for rallying support is populism. As a result, regional parties are here to stay in India's political system, and their influence is seen both inside and outside of their home states.
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