Modi has always claimed that he was “an apolitical CM”. This claim extends back to his first faltering steps in the public arena, which, undeniably, have endowed him with a unique pedigree. But this claim needs to be scrutinised.
The text uses biased language when describing Narendra Modi's rise to power, such as referring to his 'specific political modus operandi' and his 'taste for interacting with the Indian public.' This biased language can influence the reader's opinion of Modi and his political career.
The text selectively reports on the manuscript of Christophe Jaffrelot's book, focusing on passages that were deemed 'high risk' and potentially hurtful towards Narendra Modi and the people of Gujarat. This selective reporting can manipulate the reader's perception of the book and its content.
The text stereotypes Hindu nationalists, stating that they 'look at India as their punya bhoomi (sacred land) and matri bhoomi (mother land).' This stereotype can oversimplify and misrepresent the beliefs and motivations of Hindu nationalists.
The text frames Modi's political career as a series of power struggles, rivalries, and manipulations. This framing can shape the reader's perception of Modi as a politician and leader.
The article is an excerpt from the book 'Gujarat Under Modi: Laboratory of Today’s India' by Christophe Jaffrelot. The book discusses the rise to power of Narendra Modi in Gujarat and the specific political modus operandi he invented then.