The Pew survey results come against the backdrop of criticism of the way the Narendra Modi govt has been handling the Indian economy, especially in light of reforms such as demonetisation and GST. Modi’s rating of 88% includes 69% people who express a very favourable opinion of him, said the Pew survey. The Pew survey noted that the highest approval ratings for Modi of 95% came from the southern states of Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Tamil Nadu and Karnataka, followed by the western and central states of Maharashtra, Gujarat and Chattisgarh at 92%. According to the survey, “about six-in-ten Indians expressed a positive opinion of the Congress party”, a note explaining the survey findings on the Pew website said. Indians in rural areas (63%) are more supportive of Congress than those in cities (51%).

Source: Mint November 16, 2017 14:26 UTC