Seeing what's happening in Manipur right before the Lok Sabha elections just proves how the structures of power, even those claiming to champion democracy, can't seem to handle real-life crises without resorting to violence or suppression. It's a stark reminder that the state, no matter how democratic it claims to be, often fails to protect its people or even conduct basic functions like elections without chaos. This situation in Manipur, with campaigning halted because of violence, highlights the inherent flaws in relying on such centralized systems of governance. It's not just about the disruption of political rallies or the absence of posters; it's a deeper issue of how violence and state failure impact real people's lives every day. What's happening there should be a wake-up call for those who blindly trust in the system to safeguard democracy and peace. Instead of looking to the same old structures that continue to fail us, maybe it's time to explore more decentralized, community-based approaches to governance that actually address people's needs and safety.
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