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Posted: 9 years ago
Originally posted by hindu4lyf


Ok so a few random thoughts and questions. It's pretty obvious that the biggest shocker of this election came from UP. 40 seemed far fetched at one point, 70+ no-one ever even imagined! But what caused this HUGE shift in UP? Mayawati still got approx 20% of the votes, though that didn't convert in to seats is another matter. But why is it that a state that historically has always voted on the basis of caste, decided to side with the BJP as opposed to SP and BSP attraction of Yadavs, Brahmins, OBCs etc? Did they suddenly realise that development is more important than voting on the basis of caste for a candidate that does little for them? Was the Modi development model much talked about in rural areas? Did Modi's speeches and campaigning make a big difference, just the hype of it all? Did the BJP carefully select their candidates and give tickets based on candidate's castes and background? Or maybe the controversial comment of Modi indirectly stating he is one of them/belonging to a lower caste change the average voter's mind? A combination of a good marketing strategy on development with caste factors also involved? I'm glad the people of UP are rejecting the regional party in favour of a national party but curious about the sudden shift. Would love to know Amit Shah's strategy and just how he executed his plan to perfection.

I mean, just how does a party go from 10 seats to 71 in one state?!
Wanna read Amit Shah's interview?? it was there in Indian Express on Sunday but obviously he didnt divulge those 'IMP' strategy. 

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