{"product_id":"the-politics-of-freebies-9783639660197","title":"The Politics of Freebies","description":"\u003cp\u003e • Author(s): Khritish Swargiary\u003cbr\u003e • Publisher: Scholars' Press\u003cbr\u003e • Publisher Imprint: Scholars' Press\u003cbr\u003e • BISAC: Public\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe promise of freebies during elections has emerged as a pivotal element of electoral politics in India. Over decades, this trend has grown from isolated instances to a deeply entrenched practice, with political parties competing to outdo each other in offering alluring benefits to voters. Free electricity, free healthcare, free education, and even free household appliances-these promises resonate with millions of voters, often transcending the boundaries of rational economic evaluation. Yet, these pledges, while appealing, raise critical questions about their sustainability, ethicality, and long-term consequences on governance and public finances.This book, The Politics of Freebies: Electoral Promises and Their Impact on Indian Democracy, delves into this phenomenon with a holistic approach. By tracing the historical evolution of freebies in Indian electoral politics, analyzing their socio-economic implications, and exploring their constitutional and legal dimensions, this work seeks to provide readers with a nuanced understanding of this complex issue.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Atlantic Books","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":46376728461463,"sku":"9783639660197","price":9774.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0666\/3471\/1191\/files\/9783639660197.webp?v=1768758892","url":"https:\/\/atlanticbooks.com\/products\/the-politics-of-freebies-9783639660197","provider":"Atlantic Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}