During their tenure, the elected representatives of the people walk with the gods. And it is only when an election is announced… — N. Bhaskara Rao Copy Share Image
Opinion polls sponsored by newspapers were traditionally meant to bring to the fore the mood of the people objectively. — N. Bhaskara Rao Copy Share Image
Elections, in India, are 'over to the people' time. And it is probably the one time in their lives when politicians, and… — N. Bhaskara Rao Copy Share Image
Performance or no performance, perceptions do matter. More so the voters's perceptions on the performance of their state governments. — N. Bhaskara Rao Copy Share Image
Poll results published with a clear byline for the research reflect a higher degree of confidence in the survey. — N. Bhaskara Rao Copy Share Image
Banning pre-poll surveys is certainly no answer in today's world. Sensitising the public and the media as to the good, bad, and desirable aspects… — N. Bhaskara Rao Copy Share Image
During their tenure, the elected representatives of the people walk with the gods. And it is only when an election is announced that they… — N. Bhaskara Rao Copy Share Image
Very obviously, the electorate as a mass has not imbibed the philosophy of 'think national, act local' or even 'think big and beyond' -… — N. Bhaskara Rao Copy Share Image
Opinion polls often suffer on account of unexpected developments once the electoral process starts, such as the death of a political leader (as in… — N. Bhaskara Rao Copy Share Image
Opinion polls sponsored by newspapers were traditionally meant to bring to the fore the mood of the people objectively. — N. Bhaskara Rao Copy Share Image
Pre-poll and exit polls have now become a commercial proposition. No longer are they viewed as means for a debate or means for enriching… — N. Bhaskara Rao Copy Share Image
Contrary to general expectations, caste, regionalism, criminalisation, and parochial interests continue to sway the nation. — N. Bhaskara Rao Copy Share Image
Elections, in India, are 'over to the people' time. And it is probably the one time in their lives when politicians, and political parties,… — N. Bhaskara Rao Copy Share Image
The issue of coverage of pre-poll surveys should not be mixed with the freedom of press. Having guidelines does not violate any fundamental right… — N. Bhaskara Rao Copy Share Image
