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Opinions

Women’s role in 2019 Lok Sabha elections signal a far more empathetic and equitable governance

nayanasahasrabuddhe - 29 May, 2019

According to the Election Commission (EC), the voter turnout for the 2019 elections was the highest ever, with a record 67.11% turnout, as compared to the 66.40% in 2014.

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Congress candidate from Kerala releases a deeply sexist ‘ad campaign’, says educating women is a waste

OpIndia Staff - 17 April, 2019

Congress’ facade of women empowerment has been exposed several times in the past owing to their actions

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Odisha CM Naveen Patnaik announces 33% quota for women in allocation of tickets for Lok Sabha elections

OpIndia Staff - 10 March, 2019

Patnaik's BJD which was a part of the BJP-led National Democratic Alliance had walked out of the alliance in 2009.

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In an attempt to deride PM Modi, Congress spokesperson exposes his sexism on Women’s Day

OpIndia Staff - 8 March, 2019

On International Women's Day, even as Rahul Gandhi makes a gaffe-filled speech about empowerment women, Congress spokesperson Sanjay Jha exposed his sexism and misogyny while trying to deride Prime Minister Narendra Modi

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Siddaramaiah outrages the modesty of Jameela who was questioning him, Congress leaders defend him

OpIndia Staff - 28 January, 2019

Considering with the lack of action taken against those accused of sexual misconduct in the past, it appears extremely unlikely that any action will be taken against Siddaramaiah for his grave misconduct.

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