Narendra Modi
Narendra Modi stands as a defining figure in modern Indian politics, leading a nationalist agenda centered on economic liberalization and strong central governance. His worldview merges populist support for the poor with a decisive, top-down approach to major national structural shifts.
Signature Positions
Modi's tenure is marked by several high-impact policy reversals and modernization pushes:
- Foreign Relations: Transformed the relationship with the United States into a pragmatic, strategic partnership while maintaining deep ties with Russia.
Notable Tensions
Modi's governance style generates significant friction points:
- Healthcare Spending: Initial terms showed a focus on sanitation initiatives alongside cuts to central public healthcare spending, prioritizing private sector roles.
Modi aggressively champions the legacy of B.R. Ambedkar and Mahatma Gandhi to legitimize his reform agenda, often positioning himself as the champion of the marginalized. He maintains an intensely combative political relationship with key rivals like Rahul Gandhi and Arvind Kejriwal.
All Documented Positions
26 topicsPolicies
Article 370
PolicyNarendra Modi has been a strong proponent for the abrogation of Article 370, which granted special autonomous status to Jammu and Kashmir. His governm...
Economy
PolicyNarendra Modi's economic philosophy centers on privatization, liberalization, and attracting foreign direct investment within a neoliberal framework. ...
Demonetisation
PolicyPrime Minister **Narendra Modi** strongly advocated for the **demonetisation** of high-value banknotes in **2016**, framing it as a necessary structur...
Article 370
PolicyPrime Minister **Narendra Modi** strongly advocated for and oversaw the complete abrogation of **Article 370** of the Indian Constitution, which previ...
NRC (National Register of Citizens)
Policy**Narendra Modi**'s position on the **National Register of Citizens (NRC)** has seen a significant contradiction with key government figures, particul...
Digital India
PolicyNarendra Modi views the **Digital India** programme as a cornerstone of his administration's vision to transform India into a digitally empowered soci...
Climate Change
PolicyNarendra Modi's stance on climate change has evolved from initially downplaying the issue by attributing environmental degradation to altered human ha...
Illegal Immigration
PolicyNarendra Modi and his government maintain a strong stance against illegal immigration, asserting that no illegal immigrant should be allowed to stay i...
Healthcare
PolicyNarendra Modi's stance on healthcare has shown a dual focus, marked by a significant emphasis on sanitation initiatives while simultaneously implement...
Farmers' Issues
PolicyNarendra Modi's government introduced and later repealed three controversial farm laws that aimed to reform agricultural markets, leading to significa...
Unemployment
Policy**Narendra Modi**'s position on **unemployment** is characterized by an assertion that his government has been highly successful in generating employm...
Caste Census
PolicyPrime Minister Narendra Modi's government made a significant, recent shift by deciding to include caste enumeration in the upcoming national census, f...
Abrogation of Article 370
PolicyPrime Minister **Narendra Modi** strongly supports the **abrogation of Article 370**, viewing it as a necessary step for the progress and prosperity o...
People
Arvind Kejriwal
PersonPrime Minister **Narendra Modi** generally regards **Arvind Kejriwal** as a chief political rival, particularly in the context of Delhi's governance, ...
Amit Shah
PersonNarendra Modi views Amit Shah as a crucial political ally and operative, consistently entrusting him with central roles in the Bharatiya Janata Party ...
Rahul Gandhi
PersonNarendra Modi's stance on Rahul Gandhi is one of strong political rivalry, frequently marked by sharp personal and political attacks, especially durin...
Donald Trump
PersonPrime Minister Narendra Modi views Donald Trump as a "friend" with whom he shares a strong, strategic partnership, which he actively seeks to renew an...
Elon Musk
PersonPrime Minister **Narendra Modi** views **Elon Musk** as a significant figure for potential collaboration in technology and innovation, building on in-...
B.R. Ambedkar
PersonPrime Minister **Narendra Modi** consistently expresses deep admiration for **B.R. Ambedkar**, positioning him as a primary inspiration for his govern...
Mahatma Gandhi
PersonPrime Minister **Narendra Modi** expresses strong admiration for **Mahatma Gandhi**, frequently paying homage to his ideals, particularly on **Gandhi ...
Countries
Gaza Conflict
CountryPrime Minister **Narendra Modi** expresses a dual position on the Gaza Conflict, strongly condemning the initial October 7th Hamas attack while simult...
United States Relations
CountryUnder Prime Minister **Narendra Modi**, the relationship between India and the **United States** has fundamentally transformed from an ideology-driven...
Russia Relations
CountryNarendra Modi consistently views Russia as an indispensable and long-standing strategic partner for India, describing the relationship as built on mut...
Afghanistan
CountryPrime Minister **Narendra Modi** consistently advocates for peace, stability, and a comprehensive, permanent ceasefire in **Afghanistan**, emphasizing...
Concepts
Democracy
ConceptNarendra Modi has consistently expressed support for democracy as the foundational system of Indian governance, often framing his mandate as derived f...
Caste System
ConceptPrime Minister **Narendra Modi** advocates for moving beyond caste-based politics by prioritizing development and economic parameters as the new socie...