A Critical Analysis of Modi’s Policies
A Critical Analysis of Modi’s Policies A close relative recently asked me, "Why do you hate Modi Ji?" This question, posed with a reverence that painted Modi as a divine savior of India, prompted me to delve into the reasons behind my critical stance. This relative, residing in a remote area where biased media dominates the narrative, is unaware that Modi's policies benefit the wealthy at the expense of the common people. Today, let's examine the Goods and Services Tax (GST) policy to illustrate this point. The GST Policy: Who Truly Benefits? Consider the GST rates for various products: - Cement: 28% - Insurance: 18% - Smartphones: 18% - Two-Wheelers: 28% - Air Conditioners: 28% - Gold: 3% - Polished Diamonds: 1.5% Necessities like school supplies, food, and medicines bear higher GST rates compared to luxury items such as gold and diamonds. Moreover, bulk purchases of food items are exempt from GST, favoring those who can afford to buy in large ...