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Explore the nexus of crime and politics in India’s democracy. “When Crime Pays”” examines why parties recruit candidates with criminal records and why voters elect them. Political scientist Milan Vaishnav delves into this complex issue
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Junnyali Panthri –
A groundbreaking study. The author’s arguments are convincing.
Rahul Ghosh –
A detailed and disturbing account. Makes you question everything.
Nikhil Vardhan –
An excellent overview of crime and politics. Some of the data is a little outdated.
Bhavna –
An important book for anyone interested in Indian democracy. It’s a bit dense, but worth the effort.
Rohan Verma –
This book is a valuable resource. I found some parts difficult to follow.
Ipsita Singh –
An essential read for understanding Indian politics. A bit dry at times.
Sayali Vilas Jagdale –
Vaishnav’s analysis is insightful and the case studies are fascinating. A must-read.
Raghav Goyal –
Important but heavy reading. I learned a lot.
Bhavya Dhanda –
Offers a clear understanding of a complex issue. The book is sometimes repetitive.
Sneha Kumari –
A deep dive into a troubling aspect of Indian politics. Vaishnav presents compelling data, but the sheer scale of the problem feels overwhelming.
Anju –
A thorough investigation. It’s academically rigorous, perhaps too much so for the average reader.
Aditya Prakash –
A well-researched but depressing look at the criminalization of Indian politics. Left me feeling disheartened.
Saket Laxman Shende –
Well-written and informative. Could have used more real-life examples.
Dhruv Kumar –
Eye-opening and meticulously researched. While informative, the writing style could be more engaging.
Aditya U Upadhyay –
Provides crucial insights into the dark side of Indian democracy. Highly recommended.