The Death of Democracy: When Justice Sleeps and Power Corrupts
The Death of Democracy: When Justice Sleeps and Power Corrupts
The murder of any democracy
begins when the justice system falls asleep, controlled by the forces of fear,
money, and ideological alignment with the government. Judges who refuse to
uphold the laws of the land and instead side with the ruling party place
democracy on a precarious edge. In the 2024 election, the BJP strategically
granted tickets to many former judges who had previously favored them in
critical cases. Fortunately, the electorate saw through this ploy and rejected
all these candidates, hinting that a fair and unbiased judiciary might have
held the BJP accountable, potentially imprisoning its leaders for their
transgressions.
Yesterday, I reported on the
crime committed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah, as
highlighted by opposition leader Rahul Gandhi. Yet, no action has been taken by
any department against these two individuals. Democracy also dies when voters
start worshipping the leaders they elect, instead of holding them accountable
for failing to meet the people's demands. When politicians know they are ruling
an obedient public, the crimes they commit against their people become
unimaginable.
Currently, India operates under a
system dominated by a vocal minority that ruthlessly acts against the interests
of the nation, including the very minority that empowered them. This situation
is the result of centuries of societal conditioning, now benefiting these
politicians. Courage to stand against such powers is scarce, confined to a few
states with truly brave citizens. Poverty often breeds obedience, leaving
people with little to fight for, while greed fosters selfishness, as seen in
individuals prioritizing their own interests over the community's well-being.
Will the NDA government last for
five years? I doubt it, if there are still democratic institutions left
uncorrupted by Modi. In the coming years, money from large corporations will
continue to flow, corrupting those who have joined the BJP in forming this
government. These individuals know their future depends on maintaining this
corrupt regime and avoiding any actions against them.
It is challenging to enlighten
those who choose to remain blind, believing their current situation is the
heaven they envisioned. Many BJP supporters fall into this category, along with
those who exploit them for their own gain. The argument from BJP supporters
remains that India is better off with Modi, despite his lack of achievements.
The supposed fear he instills in Pakistan is another lie. Modi's true success
lies in keeping bad news about terrorism off the air, creating an illusion of
peace and stability.
India has lost territory to China
under Modi's administration, yet no one speaks about it. Is it better not to
hear bad news or to know the truth and act on it? The BJP has proven that
suppressing bad news and allowing the nation to decline is preferable, as a few
traitors in the media and corporations focus solely on their interests.
Conclusion
The current state of Indian
democracy is perilous. With a judiciary compromised by fear and corruption, and
a government more interested in maintaining power than serving the people, the
true essence of democracy is at risk. The citizens must wake up, demand
accountability, and ensure that the rule of law prevails over the rule of a
corrupt few. Only then can India reclaim its democratic ideals and work towards
a future that benefits all its people.
The path ahead is fraught with
challenges, but the resilience and courage of the Indian people can pave the
way for a brighter tomorrow. The battle for democracy is not just a fight
against corruption but a fight for the soul of the nation. It is a fight that
must be won, not just for today, but for the generations to come. The time to
act is now before it is too late.
By: Rakesh K Sharma
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