Hathras Gang Rape: Political Costs for BJP

Situation assessment as on 12 October, 2020

The response of the administration and police to the gang rape and killing of a Dalit girl in Uttar Pradesh, has political consequences for the BJP.  The study examines the culture of violence and impunity in UP; the lack of opposition strategy that takes on the BJP on Hathras  but is silent on the Babri demolition case; that a possible Dalit and Muslim combination  can hurt the BJP in UP etc

Situation assessment for the week ended 12 October  (1,466 words)

Price: Rs 600/-

Date of SS: 12, October 2020