Rajasthan Election Results: Key issues that shaped political discourse this year

financialexpress.com:

Rajasthan Election 2023 Key Issues: As the vibrant state of Rajasthan braces for results of Assembly Election 2023 tomorrow, it would be a long night for the longstanding rivals – the Congress and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) as this election holds paramount significance for both parties.

In the heat of the campaign, several critical issues emerged as focal points. Let’s delve into the key factors that shaped the political landscape of Rajasthan during this poll fever.

Another term, another dramatic showdown between the Congress and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). Since 1993, the state has witnessed a pattern of anti-incumbency, with no Chief Minister successfully securing two consecutive terms. Both parties are fervently anticipating the decisive influence of anti-incumbency on voters’ choices.

A cloud of controversy surrounds the Rajasthan Public Service Commission (RPSC) as eight examinations conducted between 2019 and 2022 were marred by paper leaks. The resultant cancellations led to 15 FIRs and the arrest of 273 individuals. The BJP, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has capitalized on this issue, promising to root out corruption if elected.

The safety of women has emerged as a critical issue in the electoral discourse, with Union Minister Smriti Irani and BJP leaders targeting the Congress government over its handling of crimes against women. Irani, addressing election rallies, framed the upcoming polls as a battle for women’s honor. BJP leaders, including Amit Shah, criticized the incumbent government, characterizing it as a failure in ensuring women’s safety.

The Congress has consistently pointed fingers at central agencies such as the Enforcement Directorate (ED) and Central Bureau of Investigation