India's legitimacy crisis: governance failures and official denials deepen mistrust
A cycle of governance failures, official denials, and attacks on critics is undermining public confidence in the Modi government and widening its legitimacy crisis. The recent Election Commission controversy exemplifies this pattern, marking another instance where institutional credibility has been questioned.
The erosion of trust stems from recurring governance challenges and the subsequent official responses that dismiss or deflect criticism. This approach has deepened concerns about institutional independence and accountability.
