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In Karnataka Leadership Change, A Playbook From Nitish Kumar's Exit
Dynastic politics remain prevalent in Karnataka and other states, with major parties promoting family members in key roles.
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Bengal's Political Landscape Sees Rise Of Dynasties This Lok Sabha Polls
Dynastic politics has been a prominent feature of Indian democracy, but its increased presence in Bengal this Lok Sabha election marks a significant departure from the state's tradition of cultivating leaders from grassroots politics.
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Uttarakhand Congress Official Quits Over Ticket To Harish Rawat's Son
In yet another setback for the Congress in Uttarakhand ahead of the Lok Sabha polls, the party's general secretary and Seva Dal's state chief Rajesh Rastogi resigned from all posts today, saying dynastic politics is "finishing" the party.
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Giving Tickets To Ministers' Children, Relatives Not "Dynastic Politics": Siddaramaiah
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Sunday said giving tickets to the children and relatives of ministers was not dynastic politics but acknowledging the recommendation of voters.
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"Privileged Pedigree Has Disappeared": Vice President's Dig At Opposition
In an apparent dig at the opposition and dynastic politics, Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar today said democratic values blossom when there is equality before the law and where there is no patronage, favouritism, or nepotism.
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Congress Can't Think Beyond Dynasty, Corruption And Appeasement: PM Modi
PM Modi today attacked the Congress saying the grand old party cannot think beyond 'parivarvaad' (nepotism), corruption and appeasement and the country's development has never been on its agenda.
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"Son Natural Heir...": Congress Leader On Rahul Gandhi Dynasty Row
Defending Rahul Gandhi after he accused the BJP of dynastic politics, bringing up the sons of Amit Shah and Rajnath Singh to support his claim, Congress leader Rajmani Patel on Wednesday said the Gandhi family made sacrifices for the country.
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"Dynastic Politics" In 20% Uttarakhand Seats. Courtesy Both BJP, Congress
In an attempt to cash in on the prestige of veteran leaders and convert it into the gain of seats in Uttarakhand, major political parties like the BJP and the Congress have once again given priority to political families over their common workers.
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'Bring This Law, I Promise I'll Quit': Mamata Banerjee's Nephew Dares BJP
Trinamool Congress (TMC) MP Abhishek Banerjee on Sunday hit back at the BJP over accusations of nepotism in his party, daring the Centre to bring a legislation allowing only one member of a family in politics.
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Priyanka Gandhi's Appointment Takes Dynastic Politics Forward: Nirmala Sitharaman
Defence Minister Nirmala Sitharaman today took potshots at the Congress for appointing Priyanka Gandhi Vadra party's general secretary in charge of the eastern part of Uttar Pradesh.
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Varun Gandhi Says 'Saddened' By Talent Losing Out To Dynasty In Politics
Gandhi scion and BJP MP Varun Gandhi on Monday lamented that dynastic hierarchy in various important areas, including politics, was closing the doors of opportunity for the common man.
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Finance Minister Arun Jaitley Attacks Congress Over Dynastic Politics
Attacking the Congress over "dynastic politics", Union Minister Arun Jaitley today said that when "attraction" for a "family" ends, the party has to pay for it.
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'Sardar Patel Didn't Indulge in Dynastic Politics': In PM's Tribute, a Veiled Attack on Congress
Prime Minister Narendra Modi today flagged off the 'Run For Unity' in New Delhi to mark the 140th birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, and urged people to take inspiration from his life and work for the country's unity and integrity.
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Those outside 'family' were erased from public memory: Narendra Modi
Remembering Maulana Azad and Acharya JB Kriplani on their 125th birth anniversary, Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi today said that there are historical figures who have been erased from public memory just because they "did not belong to a particular family."
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Fatima Bhutto attacks dynastic politics in Pakistan
Fatima Bhutto, the estranged niece of former Pakistan Prime Minister Benazir Bhutto, has attacked dynastic politics of her family saying it has destroyed democracy in her country.In a surprise interview with a Chinese state-run TV channel, Fatima said she has no second thoughts about her decision not to contest elections despite her cousins emergin...
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In Karnataka Leadership Change, A Playbook From Nitish Kumar's Exit
Dynastic politics remain prevalent in Karnataka and other states, with major parties promoting family members in key roles.
-
Bengal's Political Landscape Sees Rise Of Dynasties This Lok Sabha Polls
Dynastic politics has been a prominent feature of Indian democracy, but its increased presence in Bengal this Lok Sabha election marks a significant departure from the state's tradition of cultivating leaders from grassroots politics.
-
Uttarakhand Congress Official Quits Over Ticket To Harish Rawat's Son
In yet another setback for the Congress in Uttarakhand ahead of the Lok Sabha polls, the party's general secretary and Seva Dal's state chief Rajesh Rastogi resigned from all posts today, saying dynastic politics is "finishing" the party.
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Giving Tickets To Ministers' Children, Relatives Not "Dynastic Politics": Siddaramaiah
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Sunday said giving tickets to the children and relatives of ministers was not dynastic politics but acknowledging the recommendation of voters.
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"Privileged Pedigree Has Disappeared": Vice President's Dig At Opposition
In an apparent dig at the opposition and dynastic politics, Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar today said democratic values blossom when there is equality before the law and where there is no patronage, favouritism, or nepotism.
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Congress Can't Think Beyond Dynasty, Corruption And Appeasement: PM Modi
PM Modi today attacked the Congress saying the grand old party cannot think beyond 'parivarvaad' (nepotism), corruption and appeasement and the country's development has never been on its agenda.
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"Son Natural Heir...": Congress Leader On Rahul Gandhi Dynasty Row
Defending Rahul Gandhi after he accused the BJP of dynastic politics, bringing up the sons of Amit Shah and Rajnath Singh to support his claim, Congress leader Rajmani Patel on Wednesday said the Gandhi family made sacrifices for the country.
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"Dynastic Politics" In 20% Uttarakhand Seats. Courtesy Both BJP, Congress
In an attempt to cash in on the prestige of veteran leaders and convert it into the gain of seats in Uttarakhand, major political parties like the BJP and the Congress have once again given priority to political families over their common workers.
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'Bring This Law, I Promise I'll Quit': Mamata Banerjee's Nephew Dares BJP
Trinamool Congress (TMC) MP Abhishek Banerjee on Sunday hit back at the BJP over accusations of nepotism in his party, daring the Centre to bring a legislation allowing only one member of a family in politics.
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Priyanka Gandhi's Appointment Takes Dynastic Politics Forward: Nirmala Sitharaman
Defence Minister Nirmala Sitharaman today took potshots at the Congress for appointing Priyanka Gandhi Vadra party's general secretary in charge of the eastern part of Uttar Pradesh.
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Varun Gandhi Says 'Saddened' By Talent Losing Out To Dynasty In Politics
Gandhi scion and BJP MP Varun Gandhi on Monday lamented that dynastic hierarchy in various important areas, including politics, was closing the doors of opportunity for the common man.
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Finance Minister Arun Jaitley Attacks Congress Over Dynastic Politics
Attacking the Congress over "dynastic politics", Union Minister Arun Jaitley today said that when "attraction" for a "family" ends, the party has to pay for it.
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'Sardar Patel Didn't Indulge in Dynastic Politics': In PM's Tribute, a Veiled Attack on Congress
Prime Minister Narendra Modi today flagged off the 'Run For Unity' in New Delhi to mark the 140th birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, and urged people to take inspiration from his life and work for the country's unity and integrity.
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Those outside 'family' were erased from public memory: Narendra Modi
Remembering Maulana Azad and Acharya JB Kriplani on their 125th birth anniversary, Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi today said that there are historical figures who have been erased from public memory just because they "did not belong to a particular family."
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Fatima Bhutto attacks dynastic politics in Pakistan
Fatima Bhutto, the estranged niece of former Pakistan Prime Minister Benazir Bhutto, has attacked dynastic politics of her family saying it has destroyed democracy in her country.In a surprise interview with a Chinese state-run TV channel, Fatima said she has no second thoughts about her decision not to contest elections despite her cousins emergin...
