– 43% of respondents believed his respect increased due to his remarks.
– 22% agreed to some extent, while 14% did not feel any enhancement in his respect.
– 19% of respondents chose not to comment.
– 52% felt significant damage occurred.
– A smaller section (14%) noticed mild effects, whereas another group (24%) saw no harm at all.
– Around a quarter (24%) thought political motives were involved in member selection by the central government.
– Another segment (23%) agreed partially.
The survey explores nuanced public opinion amid sensitive political and security contexts. The mixed reception of Shashi Tharoor’s remarks highlights polarized sentiment about individual figures shaping party narratives amidst geopolitical crises. With over half acknowledging potential harm to Congress due to intra-party discourse, this incident underscores challenges for collective representation during foreign diplomatic missions.
Additionally, skepticism about all-party delegation composition reflects broader apprehensions about politicization even in critical matters of national diplomacy. Effective engagement across party lines will be essential for fostering trust within domestic audiences while maintaining credibility abroad.