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In a parliamentary democracy, citizens always wish to hear the articulate voice of the Opposition that can offer reasoned criticism of the government and alternative policy solutions to the challenges faced by the country. In 2017, P. Chidambaram braved misinterpretation, criticism and abuse to emerge as that voice. From the reckless adventure of demonetization to the flawed GST to the Central government s economic report card that had to be marked Failed , Speaking Truth to Power is a collection of the incisive essays published in 2017 as a weekly column in The Indian Express. The essays highlight why there is a pervasive sense of disappointment after forty-three months of the Narendra Modi government. They are on a range of subjects that capture the reality of India more than the country s GDP hunger, children, privacy, intolerance, etc. In a year when Indian politics remained divisive and ugly, Chidambaram forcefully articulates his views on the Budget, the deceptive calm in Jammu & Kashmir, the implosion in the AIADMK, the intriguing verdict in the election to the Gujarat legislature and many other contemporary issues. Following principles of fidelity to truth and unbiased criticism based on sound logic, Chidambaram is at his characteristic best here. KEY SELLING POINTS Opinions of the most articulate voice of the Opposition in today s times. Backed by hard facts and indisputable numbers, the book tells you why 2017 will go down in history as the Year the Economy Tanked . The inside story of the glorious uncertainties of elections in Gujarat. The book sheds light on the real challenges that we must overcome so that the life of an average Indian in the twenty-first century will be one of of dignity, peace and prosperity.
Author: P. Chidambaram
Publisher: P. Chidambaram
ISBN-13: 9.78813E+12
Language: English
Binding: Hardbound
Country of Origin: India
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