How are literally hundreds of political parties existing and contesting elections in India? What case will the government slap on you if you want to canvass for an opposition, start a political party or contest elections?

140 Cases Filed Against Members of a newly formed political party, 72 Disposed of, Just 1 Conviction So Far

https://www.news18.com/news/india/140-cases-filed-against-aa...

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You can see the difference in how legal system treats you based on if you are from ruling party or opposition.

The prime minister of India is accused of using a fake degree.

See the difference when Indian PM Modi is accused of fake degree:

https://www.nationalheraldindia.com/india/the-curious-case-o...

Vs when a opposition member is also accused of same crime:

https://www.google.com/amp/s/m.hindustantimes.com/delhi/delh...

Nice try. None of the cases filed are for forming a political party or participating in democratic exercises. They range from criminal cases to defamation. The "newly formed" political party has been in power in Delhi since 2015 and has won the last two state elections. You are proving my point.

Of course they will not directly file a charge against you for forming a political party. But they will find other ways.

Actually they did filed cases against students for protesting against government.

https://www.newindianexpress.com/cities/delhi/2020/apr/21/de...

You cite National Herald. You know that the opposition party in India owns this. In fact, they took over vast reals estate property using their influence over this paper. The case in in the court and the top leaders are out on bail.

News media is a business and unfortunately favors the party with more money. There are news media that favor the communists and the main opposition party too. At any rate, please dont cite national herald. Democracy means people’s will, which may not be our personal will. People elected this government twice consecutively. They feel hopeful that there would be positive changes in the country.

Lastly, let’s try to overcome our pain body. We will have to do it some time for our own happiness.