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September 15, 2016

India and Modi: The Honeymoon Continues

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India and Modi: The Honeymoon Continues
Wave of good feeling in India about Modi, economy, direction of country
Indians on India’s place in the world
Modi, BJP quite popular, as are the Gandhis and the Indian National Congress party
Generally strong support for Modi’s handling of problems
Deep partisan divide in views of Modi, his leadership style and how he handles issues
Indians quite concerned about China
Indians, Americans and Europeans differ in their views of their country’s role in the world
Rising public contentment with India’s direction
Economy seen as doing well, getting better
Indians continue to expect next generation to be better off
Crime, unemployment, corrupt officials seen as top domestic issues in India
Plurality in India wants action on air pollution
Indians name climate change and ISIS as top international threats
Modi seen positively across demographic groups
Views of Sonia, Rahul Gandhi improving
Gap in views of BJP, INC narrowing
Modi generally seen in a positive light
Partisan divide on Modi performance
Views of Modi’s handling of issues
Indians approve of Modi’s dealings with the U.S., but not with Pakistan
Indians see India playing rising role on world stage
Indians’ mixed views of other countries
BJP supporters more worried about China than Congress adherents
Indians hold positive view of Obama, but majorities don’t express opinion on Clinton or Trump
Indians want to deal with own problems, but willing to compromise with allies
Indians support use of military force against terrorism
Indians support increased defense spending
Partisan divide on Modi performance

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