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The Hindu Editorial • February 12, 2026 • Read Original

Young and Nabin: On the BJP president

The Bharatiya Janata Party is effecting a generational change in its leadership

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Analysis of editorial from The Hindu newspaper on February 12, 2026

Young and Nabin: On the BJP president

The Bharatiya Janata Party is effecting a generational change in its leadership

BJPNitin NabinRSSIndian PoliticsGenerational Change
Sentences
Sentence 1 of 20
English Original

Nitin Nabin, born in 1980 and the youngest person to become the president of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), was elected unopposed.

Simple Past (Passive Voice) S + V + Adjunct Main Clause Simple Sentence
Phrase Breakdown
Subject Who/What
Nitin Nabin, born in 1980 and the youngest person to become the president of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)
Nitin Nabin, who was born in 1980 and is the newest and youngest top leader of the BJP.
Verb What is happening
was elected
was chosen for the role through an official process.
Adjunct Additional info
unopposed
without anyone else trying to win the same position.
Sentence 2 of 20
English Original

Mr. Nabin is not closely linked to the party’s ideological parent, the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS); at present, his legitimacy largely arises from the faith reposed in him by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah.

Simple Present S + V + Adjunct + ; + Adjunct + S + Adjunct + V + Adjunct Main Clauses (Compound) Compound Sentence
Phrase Breakdown
Subject Who/What
Mr. Nabin
The new BJP president, Nitin Nabin.
Verb What is happening
is not closely linked
does not have a strong or direct historical connection.
Adjunct Additional info
to the party’s ideological parent, the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS)
to the RSS, which is the organization that provides the core beliefs and values for the BJP.
Adjunct Additional info
at present
currently or right now.
Subject Who/What
his legitimacy
his right to lead and the reason people accept him as the leader.
Verb What is happening
arises
comes from or originates from.
Adjunct Additional info
from the faith reposed in him by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah
from the trust and confidence that PM Modi and Amit Shah have placed in him.
Context and Background
The RSS-BJP Relationship

The Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) is the ideological mentor of the BJP. Traditionally, top BJP leaders have a strong background in the RSS. Nabin’s appointment is unique because he is seen more as a choice of the party’s current political leadership (Modi and Shah) rather than a direct delegate from the RSS.

Sentence 3 of 20
English Original

His selection is linked to Mr. Shah’s plans for the next general election, but larger considerations at play cannot be ignored.

Simple Present (Passive Voice) S + V + Adjunct + but + S + V Main Clauses Compound Sentence
Phrase Breakdown
Subject Who/What
His selection
The decision to choose Nitin Nabin as the party president.
Verb What is happening
is linked
is connected or related.
Adjunct Additional info
to Mr. Shah’s plans for the next general election
to Amit Shah’s strategy for the upcoming nationwide voting to choose the national government.
Subject Who/What
larger considerations at play
other important factors or reasons that are influencing this situation.
Verb What is happening
cannot be ignored
must be considered and cannot be overlooked.
Sentence 4 of 20
English Original

As a xennial, Mr. Nabin is leading the largest party in one of the world’s youngest countries.

Present Continuous Adjunct + S + V + O + Adjunct Main Clause Simple Sentence
Phrase Breakdown
Adjunct Additional info
As a xennial
Being a person born on the border of Generation X and Millennials (born around 1977-1983).
Subject Who/What
Mr. Nabin
Nitin Nabin, the new party president.
Verb What is happening
is leading
is currently serving as the top head or leader of.
Object What receives action
the largest party
the BJP, which is known for having the highest number of members globally.
Adjunct Additional info
in one of the world’s youngest countries
in India, where the majority of people are under the age of 35.
Context and Background
India

India has one of the world’s largest youth populations, often referred to as the ‘demographic dividend.’ By appointing Nabin, who belongs to a younger generation, the BJP is attempting to better connect with this massive young voter base.

Sentence 5 of 20
English Original

He began his political career through the Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad (ABVP), and steadily rose through the BJP ranks.

Simple Past S + V + O + Adjunct + and + Adjunct + V + Adjunct Main Clause Simple Sentence
Phrase Breakdown
Subject Who/What
He
Nitin Nabin.
Verb What is happening
began
started his journey.
Object What receives action
his political career
his work and participation in politics.
Adjunct Additional info
through the Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad (ABVP)
by starting with the ABVP, which is a major student organization in India.
Adjunct Additional info
steadily
in a regular and consistent manner over time.
Verb What is happening
rose
moved up to higher and more important positions.
Adjunct Additional info
through the BJP ranks
within the different levels of leadership in the BJP.
Sentence 6 of 20
English Original

Elected five times as a Member of the Bihar Legislative Assembly from the Bankipur constituency in Patna, Mr. Nabin was also a State Minister.

Simple Past Adjunct + S + V + Adjunct + C Main Clause Simple Sentence
Phrase Breakdown
Adjunct Additional info
Elected five times as a Member of the Bihar Legislative Assembly from the Bankipur constituency in Patna
The fact that he won five elections to the Bihar state parliament from the Bankipur area in Patna.
Subject Who/What
Mr. Nabin
The new BJP president.
Verb What is happening
was
Served as or held the position of.
Adjunct Additional info
also
in addition to being an MLA.
Complement Completes meaning
a State Minister
a member of the Bihar state cabinet (council of ministers).
Context and Background
Political Background in Bihar

The Bihar Legislative Assembly is the lower house of the state’s bicameral legislature. Winning from Bankipur (Patna) five times is a significant achievement, as Patna is a major political hub and a stronghold for the BJP in Bihar.

Sentence 7 of 20
English Original

He held organisational positions in the BJP, overseeing its work in Chhattisgarh and Sikkim.

Simple Past S + V + O + Adjunct + Adjunct Main Clause Simple Sentence
Phrase Breakdown
Subject Who/What
He
The new president, Nitin Nabin.
Verb What is happening
held
occupied or served in.
Object What receives action
organisational positions
roles that involve managing the party’s internal affairs and planning.
Adjunct Additional info
in the BJP
within the party ranks.
Adjunct Additional info
overseeing its work in Chhattisgarh and Sikkim
supervising and being in charge of the party’s activities in those two states.
Context and Background
Party In-charge (Prabhari)

In the BJP structure, an ‘In-charge’ (Prabhari) is a leader assigned by the national leadership to supervise the party’s activities in a specific state. Nitin Nabin’s success in managing Chhattisgarh, where the party recently regained power, was a key factor in his rise.

Sentence 8 of 20
English Original

He made a difference in both States and also won the confidence of party workers.

Simple Past S + V + O + Adjunct + and + Adjunct + V + O Main Clause Simple Sentence
Phrase Breakdown
Subject Who/What
He
Nitin Nabin.
Verb What is happening
made
created or produced.
Object What receives action
a difference
a positive impact or noticeable change.
Adjunct Additional info
in both States
specifically in Chhattisgarh and Sikkim.
Adjunct Additional info
also
in addition to making a difference.
Verb What is happening
won
gained or earned.
Object What receives action
the confidence of party workers
the trust and belief of the people who work for the party.
Sentence 9 of 20
English Original

A Kayastha from Bihar, he is known to be collegial.

Simple Present Adjunct + S + V + C Main Clause Simple Sentence
Phrase Breakdown
Adjunct Additional info
A Kayastha from Bihar
Someone who belongs to the Kayastha community and comes from the state of Bihar.
Subject Who/What
he
Nitin Nabin.
Verb What is happening
is known
is widely recognized or thought of as.
Complement Completes meaning
to be collegial
to be cooperative and friendly when working with others in an organization.
Context and Background
Caste Politics in Bihar

Bihar’s politics is often shaped by complex caste equations. The Kayastha community, while influential in urban areas and administration, is smaller in size compared to other dominant castes like Yadavs or Kurmis. This makes a Kayastha leader less likely to trigger caste-based rivalries within the party.

Sentence 10 of 20
English Original

Within the deeply contested caste landscape of BJP strongholds, his social location and demeanour would be considered benign, which works to his advantage.

Conditional Adjunct + S + V + C + Adjunct Main Clause + Relative Clause Complex Sentence
Phrase Breakdown
Adjunct Additional info
Within the deeply contested caste landscape of BJP strongholds
In areas where the BJP is strong but where there is intense competition between different caste groups.
Subject Who/What
his social location and demeanour
his position in society (caste) and his way of behaving with others.
Verb What is happening
would be considered
would be viewed as or thought to be.
Complement Completes meaning
benign
harmless and not likely to cause any anger or rivalry among other castes.
Adjunct Additional info
which works to his advantage
and this situation helps him and gives him an extra benefit.
Sentence 11 of 20
English Original

The BJP has been effecting a demographic transition in its leadership, and Mr. Nabin’s elevation marks a high point in that process.

Present Perfect Continuous / Simple Present S + V + O + and + S + V + O Main Clauses Compound Sentence
Phrase Breakdown
Subject Who/What
The BJP
The Bharatiya Janata Party.
Verb What is happening
has been effecting
has been bringing about or causing to happen.
Object What receives action
a demographic transition in its leadership
a major change in the age and background of the people leading the party.
Subject Who/What
Mr. Nabin’s elevation
the act of promoting Mr. Nabin to the high position of party president.
Verb What is happening
marks
signifies or shows.
Object What receives action
a high point in that process
a very important or peak moment in that entire change.
Context and Background
Generational Shift in Indian Politics

With a majority of India’s population under 35, political parties are increasingly feeling the need to project younger leaders. The BJP’s ‘demographic transition’ refers to its strategy of replacing older veterans with younger, more energetic faces like Nitin Nabin to appeal to modern voters.

Sentence 12 of 20
English Original

Mr. Nabin is from the Hindi heartland, where the BJP is already strong.

Simple Present S + V + C + Adjunct Main Clause + Relative Clause Complex Sentence
Phrase Breakdown
Subject Who/What
Mr. Nabin
The new BJP president.
Verb What is happening
is
comes from or belongs to.
Complement Completes meaning
from the Hindi heartland
from the northern and central states of India where Hindi is the primary language.
Adjunct Additional info
where the BJP is already strong
which are the parts of the country where the party has its most power and voters.
Context and Background
The Hindi Heartland in Indian Politics

The Hindi heartland states together account for a very large number of seats in the Lok Sabha (Parliament). The BJP’s dominance in this region has been the foundation of its national power since 2014. Coming from Bihar, Nabin represents this traditional base of the party.

Sentence 13 of 20
English Original

Managing the strength of the party in its current strongholds while making it more acceptable to the peripheral regions of the country will have to be his priority.

Future (Modal) S + V + C Main Clause Simple Sentence
Phrase Breakdown
Subject Who/What
Managing the strength of the party in its current strongholds while making it more acceptable to the peripheral regions of the country
Keeping the party powerful in its strong areas while also trying to get people in far-away regions to like the party more.
Verb What is happening
will have to be
must be or needs to be.
Complement Completes meaning
his priority
the most important work that he must focus on before anything else.
Sentence 14 of 20
English Original

The party’s strategy of Hindu consolidation has not only saturated but is also creating a legion of unguided actors.

Present Perfect / Present Continuous S + V + but + V + O Main Clause Simple Sentence
Phrase Breakdown
Subject Who/What
The party’s strategy of Hindu consolidation
The BJP’s method of uniting Hindu voters from all different castes into a single voting group.
Verb What is happening
has not only saturated
has not only reached a point where no more growth is possible.
Verb What is happening
is also creating
is also producing or giving rise to.
Object What receives action
a legion of unguided actors
a huge number of people or groups who are acting on their own without any control from the party leaders.
Sentence 15 of 20
English Original

The BJP is riding a tiger on the issue of communal politics, and Mr. Nabin has the unenviable challenge of disembarking from it.

Present Continuous / Simple Present S + V + O + Adjunct + and + S + V + O Main Clauses Compound Sentence
Phrase Breakdown
Subject Who/What
The BJP
The Bharatiya Janata Party.
Verb What is happening
is riding
is currently managing a situation that is extremely hard to control.
Object What receives action
a tiger
a very dangerous and risky situation that is hard to stop.
Adjunct Additional info
on the issue of communal politics
regarding the political use of religious differences and tensions.
Subject Who/What
Mr. Nabin
Nitin Nabin.
Verb What is happening
has
faced with or is currently holding.
Object What receives action
the unenviable challenge of disembarking from it
the very difficult and unpleasant task of trying to get out of this risky situation safely.
Sentence 16 of 20
English Original

He was chosen President after several months of negotiations between the RSS and the BJP leadership, in which the BJP got the upper hand.

Simple Past (Passive Voice) S + V + C + Adjunct + Adjunct Main Clause + Relative Clause Complex Sentence
Phrase Breakdown
Subject Who/What
He
Nitin Nabin.
Verb What is happening
was chosen
was picked or selected for the role.
Complement Completes meaning
President
the top leader of the Bharatiya Janata Party.
Adjunct Additional info
after several months of negotiations between the RSS and the BJP leadership
following many months of intense discussions and planning between the RSS and the BJP’s top officials.
Adjunct Additional info
in which the BJP got the upper hand
a situation where the BJP leaders eventually had more power and control over the final decision than the RSS.
Sentence 17 of 20
English Original

The relationship between the RSS and the BJP requires delicate handling.

Simple Present S + V + O Main Clause Simple Sentence
Phrase Breakdown
Subject Who/What
The relationship between the RSS and the BJP
The way the RSS (the ideological mentor) and the BJP (the political wing) interact with each other.
Verb What is happening
requires
needs or demands.
Object What receives action
delicate handling
very careful and sensitive management to avoid any conflicts or misunderstandings.
Sentence 18 of 20
English Original

The new President, like his predecessor, would follow the cue of Mr. Shah in organisational affairs, but he is still expected to maintain an aura of autonomy.

Conditional / Simple Present S + V + O + Adjunct + but + S + V + C Main Clauses Compound Sentence
Phrase Breakdown
Subject Who/What
The new President, like his predecessor
Nitin Nabin, similar to the person who was the BJP president before him.
Verb What is happening
would follow the cue
would act according to the hints or directions given by another person.
Object What receives action
of Mr. Shah
of Amit Shah, the Home Minister and senior leader.
Adjunct Additional info
in organisational affairs
in matters concerning how the party is run and organized.
Subject Who/What
he
Nitin Nabin.
Verb What is happening
is still expected
is still thought likely to or required to.
Complement Completes meaning
to maintain an aura of autonomy
to keep up the appearance of being independent and making his own decisions.
Sentence 19 of 20
English Original

He will be required to share credit for any success but own responsibility for any slip-up.

Future (Passive Voice) S + V + C Main Clause Simple Sentence
Phrase Breakdown
Subject Who/What
He
Nitin Nabin.
Verb What is happening
will be required
will be forced to or expected to.
Complement Completes meaning
to share credit for any success but own responsibility for any slip-up
to give others some of the praise for good results, but to take all the blame himself when mistakes happen.
Sentence 20 of 20
English Original

As a young leader who potentially has several decades more of active politics ahead, Mr. Nabin must reassure his senior colleagues but cannot afford to end up becoming inconsequential in the process.

Present (Modal) Adjunct + S + V + O + but + V + C Main Clause Simple Sentence
Phrase Breakdown
Adjunct Additional info
As a young leader who potentially has several decades more of active politics ahead
Since he is young and will likely be in politics for many more years in the future.
Subject Who/What
Mr. Nabin
Nitin Nabin.
Verb What is happening
must reassure
needs to make sure they do not feel threatened or worried by his new power.
Object What receives action
his senior colleagues
the older and more experienced leaders within the BJP.
Verb What is happening
cannot afford
must not let it happen because it would be very bad for his career.
Complement Completes meaning
to end up becoming inconsequential in the process
to eventually become a leader who has no real power or influence.
Sentence 1 of 20
Sentence 1 of 20
Nitin Nabin, born in 1980 and the youngest person to become the president of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), was elected unopposed.
Phrase Breakdown
Subject
Nitin Nabin, born in 1980 and the youngest person to become the president of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)
Nitin Nabin, who was born in 1980 and is the newest and youngest top leader of the BJP.
Verb
was elected
was chosen for the role through an official process.
Adjunct
unopposed
without anyone else trying to win the same position.
Sentence 2 of 20
Mr. Nabin is not closely linked to the party’s ideological parent, the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS); at present, his legitimacy largely arises from the faith reposed in him by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah.
Phrase Breakdown
Subject
Mr. Nabin
The new BJP president, Nitin Nabin.
Verb
is not closely linked
does not have a strong or direct historical connection.
Adjunct
to the party’s ideological parent, the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS)
to the RSS, which is the organization that provides the core beliefs and values for the BJP.
Adjunct
at present
currently or right now.
Subject
his legitimacy
his right to lead and the reason people accept him as the leader.
Verb
arises
comes from or originates from.
Adjunct
from the faith reposed in him by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah
from the trust and confidence that PM Modi and Amit Shah have placed in him.
Sentence 3 of 20
His selection is linked to Mr. Shah’s plans for the next general election, but larger considerations at play cannot be ignored.
Phrase Breakdown
Subject
His selection
The decision to choose Nitin Nabin as the party president.
Verb
is linked
is connected or related.
Adjunct
to Mr. Shah’s plans for the next general election
to Amit Shah’s strategy for the upcoming nationwide voting to choose the national government.
Subject
larger considerations at play
other important factors or reasons that are influencing this situation.
Verb
cannot be ignored
must be considered and cannot be overlooked.
Sentence 4 of 20
As a xennial, Mr. Nabin is leading the largest party in one of the world’s youngest countries.
Phrase Breakdown
Adjunct
As a xennial
Being a person born on the border of Generation X and Millennials (born around 1977-1983).
Subject
Mr. Nabin
Nitin Nabin, the new party president.
Verb
is leading
is currently serving as the top head or leader of.
Object
the largest party
the BJP, which is known for having the highest number of members globally.
Adjunct
in one of the world’s youngest countries
in India, where the majority of people are under the age of 35.
Sentence 5 of 20
He began his political career through the Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad (ABVP), and steadily rose through the BJP ranks.
Phrase Breakdown
Subject
He
Nitin Nabin.
Verb
began
started his journey.
Object
his political career
his work and participation in politics.
Adjunct
through the Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad (ABVP)
by starting with the ABVP, which is a major student organization in India.
Adjunct
steadily
in a regular and consistent manner over time.
Verb
rose
moved up to higher and more important positions.
Adjunct
through the BJP ranks
within the different levels of leadership in the BJP.
Sentence 6 of 20
Elected five times as a Member of the Bihar Legislative Assembly from the Bankipur constituency in Patna, Mr. Nabin was also a State Minister.
Phrase Breakdown
Adjunct
Elected five times as a Member of the Bihar Legislative Assembly from the Bankipur constituency in Patna
The fact that he won five elections to the Bihar state parliament from the Bankipur area in Patna.
Subject
Mr. Nabin
The new BJP president.
Verb
was
Served as or held the position of.
Adjunct
also
in addition to being an MLA.
Complement
a State Minister
a member of the Bihar state cabinet (council of ministers).
Sentence 7 of 20
He held organisational positions in the BJP, overseeing its work in Chhattisgarh and Sikkim.
Phrase Breakdown
Subject
He
The new president, Nitin Nabin.
Verb
held
occupied or served in.
Object
organisational positions
roles that involve managing the party’s internal affairs and planning.
Adjunct
in the BJP
within the party ranks.
Adjunct
overseeing its work in Chhattisgarh and Sikkim
supervising and being in charge of the party’s activities in those two states.
Sentence 8 of 20
He made a difference in both States and also won the confidence of party workers.
Phrase Breakdown
Subject
He
Nitin Nabin.
Verb
made
created or produced.
Object
a difference
a positive impact or noticeable change.
Adjunct
in both States
specifically in Chhattisgarh and Sikkim.
Adjunct
also
in addition to making a difference.
Verb
won
gained or earned.
Object
the confidence of party workers
the trust and belief of the people who work for the party.
Sentence 9 of 20
A Kayastha from Bihar, he is known to be collegial.
Phrase Breakdown
Adjunct
A Kayastha from Bihar
Someone who belongs to the Kayastha community and comes from the state of Bihar.
Subject
he
Nitin Nabin.
Verb
is known
is widely recognized or thought of as.
Complement
to be collegial
to be cooperative and friendly when working with others in an organization.
Sentence 10 of 20
Within the deeply contested caste landscape of BJP strongholds, his social location and demeanour would be considered benign, which works to his advantage.
Phrase Breakdown
Adjunct
Within the deeply contested caste landscape of BJP strongholds
In areas where the BJP is strong but where there is intense competition between different caste groups.
Subject
his social location and demeanour
his position in society (caste) and his way of behaving with others.
Verb
would be considered
would be viewed as or thought to be.
Complement
benign
harmless and not likely to cause any anger or rivalry among other castes.
Adjunct
which works to his advantage
and this situation helps him and gives him an extra benefit.
Sentence 11 of 20
The BJP has been effecting a demographic transition in its leadership, and Mr. Nabin’s elevation marks a high point in that process.
Phrase Breakdown
Subject
The BJP
The Bharatiya Janata Party.
Verb
has been effecting
has been bringing about or causing to happen.
Object
a demographic transition in its leadership
a major change in the age and background of the people leading the party.
Subject
Mr. Nabin’s elevation
the act of promoting Mr. Nabin to the high position of party president.
Verb
marks
signifies or shows.
Object
a high point in that process
a very important or peak moment in that entire change.
Sentence 12 of 20
Mr. Nabin is from the Hindi heartland, where the BJP is already strong.
Phrase Breakdown
Subject
Mr. Nabin
The new BJP president.
Verb
is
comes from or belongs to.
Complement
from the Hindi heartland
from the northern and central states of India where Hindi is the primary language.
Adjunct
where the BJP is already strong
which are the parts of the country where the party has its most power and voters.
Sentence 13 of 20
Managing the strength of the party in its current strongholds while making it more acceptable to the peripheral regions of the country will have to be his priority.
Phrase Breakdown
Subject
Managing the strength of the party in its current strongholds while making it more acceptable to the peripheral regions of the country
Keeping the party powerful in its strong areas while also trying to get people in far-away regions to like the party more.
Verb
will have to be
must be or needs to be.
Complement
his priority
the most important work that he must focus on before anything else.
Sentence 14 of 20
The party’s strategy of Hindu consolidation has not only saturated but is also creating a legion of unguided actors.
Phrase Breakdown
Subject
The party’s strategy of Hindu consolidation
The BJP’s method of uniting Hindu voters from all different castes into a single voting group.
Verb
has not only saturated
has not only reached a point where no more growth is possible.
Verb
is also creating
is also producing or giving rise to.
Object
a legion of unguided actors
a huge number of people or groups who are acting on their own without any control from the party leaders.
Sentence 15 of 20
The BJP is riding a tiger on the issue of communal politics, and Mr. Nabin has the unenviable challenge of disembarking from it.
Phrase Breakdown
Subject
The BJP
The Bharatiya Janata Party.
Verb
is riding
is currently managing a situation that is extremely hard to control.
Object
a tiger
a very dangerous and risky situation that is hard to stop.
Adjunct
on the issue of communal politics
regarding the political use of religious differences and tensions.
Subject
Mr. Nabin
Nitin Nabin.
Verb
has
faced with or is currently holding.
Object
the unenviable challenge of disembarking from it
the very difficult and unpleasant task of trying to get out of this risky situation safely.
Sentence 16 of 20
He was chosen President after several months of negotiations between the RSS and the BJP leadership, in which the BJP got the upper hand.
Phrase Breakdown
Subject
He
Nitin Nabin.
Verb
was chosen
was picked or selected for the role.
Complement
President
the top leader of the Bharatiya Janata Party.
Adjunct
after several months of negotiations between the RSS and the BJP leadership
following many months of intense discussions and planning between the RSS and the BJP’s top officials.
Adjunct
in which the BJP got the upper hand
a situation where the BJP leaders eventually had more power and control over the final decision than the RSS.
Sentence 17 of 20
The relationship between the RSS and the BJP requires delicate handling.
Phrase Breakdown
Subject
The relationship between the RSS and the BJP
The way the RSS (the ideological mentor) and the BJP (the political wing) interact with each other.
Verb
requires
needs or demands.
Object
delicate handling
very careful and sensitive management to avoid any conflicts or misunderstandings.
Sentence 18 of 20
The new President, like his predecessor, would follow the cue of Mr. Shah in organisational affairs, but he is still expected to maintain an aura of autonomy.
Phrase Breakdown
Subject
The new President, like his predecessor
Nitin Nabin, similar to the person who was the BJP president before him.
Verb
would follow the cue
would act according to the hints or directions given by another person.
Object
of Mr. Shah
of Amit Shah, the Home Minister and senior leader.
Adjunct
in organisational affairs
in matters concerning how the party is run and organized.
Subject
he
Nitin Nabin.
Verb
is still expected
is still thought likely to or required to.
Complement
to maintain an aura of autonomy
to keep up the appearance of being independent and making his own decisions.
Sentence 19 of 20
He will be required to share credit for any success but own responsibility for any slip-up.
Phrase Breakdown
Subject
He
Nitin Nabin.
Verb
will be required
will be forced to or expected to.
Complement
to share credit for any success but own responsibility for any slip-up
to give others some of the praise for good results, but to take all the blame himself when mistakes happen.
Sentence 20 of 20
As a young leader who potentially has several decades more of active politics ahead, Mr. Nabin must reassure his senior colleagues but cannot afford to end up becoming inconsequential in the process.
Phrase Breakdown
Adjunct
As a young leader who potentially has several decades more of active politics ahead
Since he is young and will likely be in politics for many more years in the future.
Subject
Mr. Nabin
Nitin Nabin.
Verb
must reassure
needs to make sure they do not feel threatened or worried by his new power.
Object
his senior colleagues
the older and more experienced leaders within the BJP.
Verb
cannot afford
must not let it happen because it would be very bad for his career.
Complement
to end up becoming inconsequential in the process
to eventually become a leader who has no real power or influence.

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Reading Comprehension - Nitin Nabin and BJP's Generational Shift

Practice reading comprehension questions based on the editorial about Nitin Nabin's election as the youngest BJP president.

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