How have the recent changes in Assam's Muslim-majority constituencies affected the opposition
Evaluate the implications of the new electoral map in Assam and describe the reactions of the opposition parties.
- The new electoral map in Assam redraws, merges, and divides constituencies, which has led to a decrease in the number of Muslim-majority seats from 10 to 7.
- This means that Muslim voters, who tend to vote for the opposition Congress party, will now have less representation and impact in the state assembly.
- It also means that some constituencies have become more Hindu-majority, which could benefit the ruling BJP party, who typically receive support from Hindu voters.
- Opposition parties have criticized the changes as being politically-motivated and aimed at reducing their chances of winning.
- The All India United Democratic Front, a regional Muslim-based party, has threatened to take legal action against the changes, arguing that they violate the principles of fair representation and minority rights.
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