Among the following challenges to Indian Democracy, which one is not related to Globalization: 
(A) De-politicisation 
(B) Roll back of welfare state 
(C) Politics of defection 
(D) Decay of nation-state 
(E) Crony capitalism 
Choose the correct answer from the options given below: 

Correct option is B

The correct answer is (b) (C) Only. "Politics of defection" is not directly related to globalization. Defection refers to the act of an elected representative leaving one party to join another, which is more of a domestic political issue rather than a challenge posed by globalization. In India, this phenomenon is addressed by anti-defection laws under the Tenth Schedule of the Indian Constitution, enacted to maintain political stability.
The other options are related to globalization:
· (A) De-politicisation: The influence of globalization often results in a de-politicized citizenry, where people are more engaged with economic opportunities than political participation.
· (B) Roll back of welfare state: Globalization encourages free-market policies, sometimes leading to a reduction in welfare schemes, as governments shift focus to privatization and reduced public expenditure.
· (D) Decay of nation-state: Globalization can challenge the sovereignty of nation-states by integrating economies and diminishing the role of national borders.
· (E) Crony capitalism: Globalization can exacerbate crony capitalism, where businesses leverage close relationships with politicians to gain favorable policies, often marginalizing fair competition.
Information Booster:
1. Globalization influences both economic policies and political structures globally, pushing towards free markets and interconnectedness.
2. Anti-defection law in India seeks to stabilize party systems by discouraging elected members from switching parties.
3. Welfare state rollback is a noted effect of globalization, as many governments reduce spending in favor of market-driven policies.
4. Crony capitalism is often exacerbated by global investment and competition, potentially widening the wealth gap.
5. Depoliticization arises when people prioritize economic over political engagement, often seen in globalized economies.
6. Decay of the nation-state may occur as global institutions and multinational corporations gain power over domestic policies.