The Opposition has accused the Modi government of being formed on ‘stolen votes’, claiming that this is the reason behind its neglect of pressing public issues.
This accusation comes at a time when political tensions are already running high, with widespread debates over transparency in the electoral process and the Election Commission’s role.
Opposition leaders argue that when a government lacks a genuine people’s mandate, it becomes less accountable to citizens and more focused on retaining power. According to them, this explains the government’s silence or delayed responses to rising unemployment, inflation, agrarian distress, and other socio-economic concerns.
The criticism further highlights allegations of voter suppression, faulty voter rolls, and manipulation of electoral machinery. While the government continues to defend its legitimacy and points to development achievements, opponents insist that ignoring public grievances while dismissing electoral concerns is undermining democracy itself.
Political analysts believe that such accusations deepen the trust deficit between the ruling party and the Opposition, creating an atmosphere of confrontation rather than collaboration. With people’s issues unresolved, the controversy over the legitimacy of the mandate is likely to remain a recurring theme in India’s political discourse.
