The Biggest Election Surprises this Year

Donald Trump’s first presidential win, in 2016, was shocking. His victory in 2024, was even more extraordinary. It came after he had incited his supporters to try to violently overturn the result of the 2020 election. He then had to weather about 90 felony indictments. In April 2024 he became the first former president to stand in a criminal trial. Drama in the courtroom aside, by early summer the presidential contest seemed almost dull. Trump easily secured the Republican nomination and held a clear lead over his 81-year-old Democratic opponent, Joe Biden.

Simultaneous Elections in India: One Nation, One Election

A major Debate which has surfaced on the socio-political landscape of Indian political system is the issue of One Nation, One Election which arose in 1983 when Election Commission and later Dinesh Goswami Committee professed for continuing the norm of One Nation One election, which was initially prevalent till 1967. But due to various reasons this issue was put under carpet and yet the country is discussing this in 2024 again.

Ram Mandir Event: A Historic or a Political Move?

The consecration ceremony of the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya on January 22, 2024, marked a significant moment for India. The event fulfilled a long-standing promise of the BJP, with political implications for the upcoming Lok Sabha 2024 election. It also represents a step towards unity and harmony, following the Supreme Court’s verdict in 2019. The event was both religious and political, shaping the nation’s future.

2024 Taiwanese Election: DPP’s Mandate and China’s Sovereignty Dilemma

In the 2024 Taiwan elections, where the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) secured another victory with Vice President William Lai Ching-Te assuming the presidency, Beijing faces the challenge of navigating its relations with Taipei. It is imperative to analyse how Beijing can portray its dominant presence as a way forward in the Taiwan Strait and turn the scenario in its balance by considering voting patterns, factors influencing the election, and the international perspective involving Beijing, Taipei, and Washington, D.C.