How well has India’s democracy served its citizens since 1947?

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published 19/05/2008

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Since India’s move to democracy in 1947, many have questioned the success, or lack thereof, of the democratization process, its advantages and detriments, the effect on society, and its role in religious conflict. There are contradictory and mixed assessments of the state of political, economic, and social democracy in India today. Some feel that no democracy is perfect, and despite its many imperfections, India has achieved democratic successes that ought to be envied by many so-called emerging democracies in Latin America and Asia - not to mention the failing ones in Africa. It can be acknowledged that governing 900 million people by democratic means is a major accomplishment.

Since India's move to democracy in 1947, many have questioned the success, or lack thereof.
Their opponents claim that democracy in India has been a failed project.
In December 1992, Hindu activists demolished a 16th-century Muslim mosque.
In spring of 2002, another series of violent riots took place.
Regarding the extent to which India has served its citizens, answers vary.
India's so-called failure to achieve true political or economic democracy has been attributed to other causes as well.
India can be recognized for it's successes, or in some cases, called a success.
India's future as a democracy is uncertain and unpredictable.