1. The document provides 10 takeaways from the 2018 Indian state assembly elections. Key issues included voters rejecting both the BJP's majoritarian religious politics and the INC's weak religious appeals. Development was prioritized over allegations of corruption. 2. Voters rejected negative campaigning and were not swayed by promises or incentives but cared most about issues like jobs, farm loans, prices, and wages. Narrow victory margins showed that politicians must deliver or face backlash. 3. Caste and religious loyalties mattered less while educated leaders were preferred. Social media was a double-edged sword that allowed debates to influence remote voters. A silent voter revolution occurred as voters rejected empty promises and arrogance.