Could India lose its democracy? Next week the world’s biggest election is likely to give Narendra Modi a third term as India’s prime minister. Some fear he may also be its last.
India’s PM claims he has been chosen by God
Devoted: Modi's supporters, with traditional Hindu tilaka forehead markings, attend a Kolkata rally this month. Glossary
Narendra Modi - The prime minister of India. He inspires passionate support from many in his country, but his critics regard him as populist, anti-Muslim and authoritarian.
Hindu - A follower of Hinduism, the third-largest religion in the world. Roughly 95% of Hindus live in India.
Nationalist - A person who believes strongly that their country is better than all others.
Tolerance - The ability to accept the existence of ideas, actions or even people that you disagree with or dislike.
Democracy - A system of government based on the idea of rule by the people.