By refusing to resign, Mamata Banerjee isn’t resisting authoritarianism—she is becoming it

Maheshwari, Shashank (2026) By refusing to resign, Mamata Banerjee isn’t resisting authoritarianism—she is becoming it. The Print, New Delhi.

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Abstract

Mamata Banerjee spent decades fighting for Bengalis' right to vote. It would be a tragedy for her legacy if she told those same Bengalis their vote didn't count when it went against her.

Item Type: Other
Uncontrolled Keywords: Mamata Banerjee | Election Commission of India | TMC and BJP
Subjects: Social Sciences and humanities > Social Sciences > Political Science
Social Sciences and humanities > Social Sciences > Public Policy
Depositing User: Mr. Syed Anas
Date Deposited: 25 May 2026 11:14
Last Modified: 25 May 2026 11:14
Official URL: https://theprint.in/opinion/mamata-banerjee-resign...
URI: https://pure.jgu.edu.in/id/eprint/11397

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