Most Indians see little progress on key issues over past five years

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March 21, 2019

A Sampling of Public Opinion in India

Most Indians see little progress on key issues over past five years

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Most Indians see little progress on key issues over past five years

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A Sampling of Public Opinion in India
Most Indians are satisfied with direction of country and economic gains, optimistic for today’s children
Unemployment and inflation biggest concerns for Indians
Most Indians satisfied with way democracy is working
Indians say politicians are corrupt but that Indian democracy allows freedom of speech
Indians think trade is good for their country, creates jobs and raises wages
Indians see emigration as a big problem
Little appetite for allowing more immigrants into India
Most Indians see career, education opportunities as important reasons to move abroad
Most in the Asia-Pacific region have favorable views of India
Globally, India’s role seen as constant
Europeans with more education most likely to say India’s stature increased
Positive reviews of Modi on balance, though many have no opinion
Prior to Pulwama attack, there was great concern over Pakistan
Even before Pulwama attack, Indians said conditions in Kashmir were worsening, more force needed
India seen positively around Asia-Pacific and the U.S.
Congress supporters more likely to see issues getting worse

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