
Confronting the issue of nepotism in Indian politics, the author discusses, among other things, Indira Gandhi's rule, her attempts to reshape Indian politics in her personal image,her defeat at the polls in 1977, and her triumphant return to power in 1980. He also discusses the death of her youngest son and political heir, Sanjay Gandhi, and speculates as to what that may mean for India's political future.
Page Count:
166
Publication Date:
1982-06-03
ISBN-10:
0195031180
ISBN-13:
9780195031188
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