Cut-outs, caste, and cine stars: the world of Tamil politics

Trama

Discusses the successes and pitfalls of politics in the state of Tamil Nadu, from the free-meal scheme for students and the elevation of leaders to a divine status to the anti-conversion law and the importance of the Dravidian parties in national politics.

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