Opinion | The Missing Nationalism Plank & Muslim Bogey: Understanding The Desperation Of PM Modi

PM Modi's speech last weekend in Banswara, Rajasthan, has triggered a massive furore. ( Image Source :PTI )

Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s controversial speech on April 21 in Rajasthan came as a complete surprise to many. But then again, was it really unexpected? If one were to observe closely, there is a clear pattern to the PM’s rabble-rousing. And with good reason. Earlier this month, the PM made headlines when he stated that the Congress manifesto carries the imprint of the Muslim League with “every page reeking of breaking India”.  Meanwhile, the low voter turnout in