Those in favour of English, partticularly Catholics, in the MoI debate
are rightly agitated over the BJP';s non-commitment in giving grants
to English-medium schools. It must be understood that the BJP is wise
enough to protect its vote bank, largely the Hindus. So, the middle
way for Parrikar was to say that the BJP, if elected, would discuss
the issue further. The BJP's stance may cost it Catholic votes and
some Hindu votes. It's a gamble it has taken.
On the other hand, the Congress's commitment to English may cost it
many Hindu votes. Unforttunately, the MoI issue appears to have been
coated with communal colours.
Eugene
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