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Title:
Behind the Ballot: How Capitalism Influences Indian Voter Choices

Authors:
Dr. Aftabuddin Ahammad

Journal: International Journal of Social Science and Economic Research (IJSSER)
ISSN: 2455-8834
Volume: 10
Issue: 7
Publication Date: July 2025
DOI: 10.46609/IJSSER.2025.v10i07.001

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Dr. Aftabuddin Ahammad
Assistant Professor, Department of Political Science, Bhairab Ganguly College, Belgharia, Kolkata, West Bengal, India &
Visiting Professor in Human Rights, Aliah University, Kolkata, West Bengal, India.

MLA 8
Ahammad, Dr. Aftabuddin. "Behind the Ballot: How Capitalism Influences Indian Voter Choices." Int. j. of Social Science and Economic Research, vol. 10, no. 7, July 2025, pp. 2563-2578, doi.org/10.46609/IJSSER.2025.v10i07.001. Accessed July 2025.
APA 6
Ahammad, D. (2025, July). Behind the Ballot: How Capitalism Influences Indian Voter Choices. Int. j. of Social Science and Economic Research, 10(7), 2563-2578. Retrieved from https://doi.org/10.46609/IJSSER.2025.v10i07.001
Chicago
Ahammad, Dr. Aftabuddin. "Behind the Ballot: How Capitalism Influences Indian Voter Choices." Int. j. of Social Science and Economic Research 10, no. 7 (July 2025), 2563-2578. Accessed July, 2025. https://doi.org/10.46609/IJSSER.2025.v10i07.001.

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ABSTRACT:
The intricate interplay between capitalism and Indian democracy reveals significant insights into the evolving dynamics of voter behaviour. Capitalism, characterized by market-driven forces, economic liberalization, and consumerism, has a profound impact on shaping political discourse, campaign strategies, and electoral outcomes. This study explores how capitalist ideologies and practices influence Indian voter choices, examining the role of economic policies, corporate funding, and media narratives. It delves into how voter preferences are shaped by factors like income inequality, employment opportunities, and access to resources, all of which are mediated by capitalist frameworks. The paper also highlights how the commodification of electoral processes affects democratic values and the aspirations of diverse socio-economic groups in India. Through a critical analysis of data, historical trends, and contemporary examples, this study aims to provide a nuanced understanding of the capitalist undercurrents behind the ballot in India.

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