The West Bengal Tragedy: The Cult Of Political Violence That Ruined An Entire State (Part 1)

West Bengal, a state known for its rich cultural heritage, intellectual traditions, and nationalist zeal, also harbours a dark and violent political history and culture. This video delves into the duality of Bengal as we examine the unique nature and dynamics of political violence in the state. The video offers a nuanced analysis of the fundamentals of political violence, its global and Indian parallels, the bloody historical episodes like Sainbari and Marichjhapi, and the shocking data on historical and recent political violence. While political violence is a global phenomenon, the scale and nature of it in West Bengal stand out as particularly unique and horrific. Join us as we unravel the complexities and historical context behind this now perennial and endemic cult of political violence in West Bengal.

The second part of this video will offer a deep dive into the history of political violence in West Bengal, the consequent development of a unique socio-political culture, and its implications on the socio-political and economic realities of present-day West Bengal. Stay tuned for more.

Sources
Paper: Understanding The Unique Nature of Political Violence In West Bengal (ORF)
Data: https://ncrb.gov.in/

Research, Script & Presentation: Prateek Rajput
Twitter: @poignantPrateek (https://x.com/poignantPrateek)

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