Opinion: Congress Manifesto Is Progressive But Not Pragmatic. No Mention Of UCC, PMLA Shows Lack Of Clarity

Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge with Rahul Gandhi releases the party manifesto ahead of Lok Sabha elections, in New Delhi, on April 5, 2024.

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In the political theater of India, manifestos are not just policy blueprints but also a reflection of a party’s vision and commitment. The Congress party’s 2024 manifesto, ‘Nyay Patra’, is a document of progressive promises, aiming to address the deep-rooted social inequities and economic disparities plaguing the nation. However, its silence on pivotal issues such as the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) and the amendment of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) raises