

Yogendra Yadav
Political thinker, activist, and former academic and party leader in India, known for research and leadership in democratic reform movements and public engagement on governance and rights.
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Oct 31, 2025 • 1h 23min
Why ECI is pushing SIR, Yogendra Yadav explains | What the Bumble & Ranjith cases reveal about consent
Yogendra Yadav, a renowned psephologist and activist, critiques the Election Commission's Special Intensive Revision (SIR), highlighting flaws and risks of disenfranchising voters through faulty processes. He argues for better methods like house-to-house checks. Sukanya Shaji, a former lawyer and journalist, discusses recent High Court rulings on sexual harassment, revealing how these decisions often undermine justice by quashing complaints at early stages. They emphasize the complexities of consent and the need for a deeper understanding of power dynamics in such cases.

Feb 15, 2026 • 45min
India’s Democratic Republic in Flux
Yogendra Yadav, political thinker and activist who has led democratic reform movements in India. He discusses India’s democratic crossroads and institutional capture. He talks about 2024 election dynamics and state-level pushbacks. He explores voter-roll changes, rising religious polarization, and why grassroots movements like the farmers’ protest still matter.

Mar 13, 2025 • 1h 13min
Is learning a third language, especially Hindi, necessary?
Yogendra Yadav, a psephologist and political commentator, joins T.M. Krishna, a renowned Carnatic musician and author, to discuss the controversial three-language policy in India's education system. They explore concerns over the imposition of Hindi in non-Hindi speaking states, especially Tamil Nadu, and the implications for regional rights and diversity. The duo critiques the government's approach to language learning, emphasizing the need for inclusivity, respect for all languages, and a reevaluation of multilingual education that prioritizes cultural connections.


