Section Article

A POLITICAL TURNING POINT IN INDIA
Author(s): Dr. Preeti Malik

Abstract
Indias political landscape has undergone multiple transformative phases since independence marked by electoral revolutions policy shifts leadership changes and social movements that have redefined governance structures and public discourse. A political turning point signifies a critical juncture where the established political order experiences substantial shifts in power dynamics ideological orientation or policy priorities influencing the trajectory of the nations democratic evolution. This research paper examines key political turning points in India analyzing their historical context socio-economic drivers and long-term implications for governance public policy and democratic participation. The study emphasizes the interplay between mass movements party politics electoral reforms and constitutional mechanisms in shaping pivotal moments. It also evaluates the influence of regional politics coalition dynamics and media discourse in amplifying or mitigating the effects of these turning points. Through a systematic historical and analytical approach the paper seeks to provide a comprehensive understanding of how critical political junctures have restructured Indias political environment affected citizen engagement and contributed to policy innovations. By examining these turning points the study illuminates the mechanisms through which Indian democracy adapts to internal and external pressures thereby offering insights into future political trajectories.