The ongoing Lok Sabha election has surpassed the halfway mark, and while the central question of the polls remains the same — Prime Minister Narendra Modi and whether he gets a third term — there are three significant mini narratives within this meta narrative on which the election hinges, namely, women, the youth, and the Scheduled Castes (SCs).
These three segments have emerged as important factors in determining the outcome of the election. Women constitute a significant portion of the electorate, and their participation and preferences will play a crucial role in shaping the results. The youth, another large segment of the population, is also expected to have a significant impact on the outcome. The Scheduled Castes, who have historically faced various forms of discrimination, are also expected to play a key role in the election.
The performance of various political parties in these three segments will be closely watched as the election progresses. The party that is able to effectively address the concerns and aspirations of these groups is likely to gain an advantage in the race for power.
