TheVerdict by Prannoy Roy in Hardcover

 

Prannoy Roy, the renowned pioneer of modern opinion polling in India, has been synonymous with elections in the country since 1980. Along with his wife, journalist Radhika Roy, he founded NDTV, India's most trusted media brand, and has been an instrumental figure in deciphering the Indian voter-politician relationship. With a PhD in economics and a background in finance and market research, Roy has a deep and abiding interest in elections, and alongside co-author Dorab R. Sopariwala, presents a thorough analysis of India's electoral history in their book The Verdict. Using rigorous psephology and original research, the authors delve into pressing questions such as the impact of anti-incumbency, the reliability of opinion polls and exit polls, the role of women voters, and the overall state of democracy in India. Published on the eve of the next general elections, this book offers valuable insights and predictions for the 2019 results, making it essential