A cautious case for new, small states

So finally, the first step in the creation of Telangana has been taken. After at least half a century of agitation, the demand for this state has been conceded by the Union government. Yet, there can be no denial that the decision was driven totally by political expediency. The United Progressive Alliance (UPA) government, which faces a tough general election in less than a year, decided to use statehood as a weapon0 to garner parliamentary seats.

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