Terms of Trade: India’s democracy needs a bonfire of the alibis

The article critiques the Trinamool Congress's (TMC) governance in West Bengal, asserting that the party's shortcomings are undermining the democratic process rather than the other way around. The author argues for a bold reckoning with the TMC's failures, emphasizing that this is crucial to restore faith in democracy and address systemic issues. This matters because it highlights the broader implications for India’s democratic health, suggesting that entrenched political malpractices can erode public trust and institutional integrity.