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A Tale of Two Elections
William Dalrymple reflects on the current pivotal elections in India and Afghanistan where religion, identity and economics will all help to determine the outcomes.
William Dalrymple reflects on the current pivotal elections in India and Afghanistan where religion, identity and economics will all help to determine the outcomes. Feeling a mixture of unease and optimism, he celebrates, nevertheless, the good news that "democracy is an unstoppable force in south and central Asia."
Producer: Sheila Cook.
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Sun 13 Apr 201408:48
BBC Radio 4
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Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Presenter | William Dalrymple |
| Producer | Sheila Cook |
Broadcasts
- Fri 11 Apr 201420:50BBC Radio 4
- Sun 13 Apr 201408:48BBC Radio 4
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