However one may characterise the current political arrangement — hybrid, chaperoned or cooperative — it is unique. Since Imran Khan's PTI was dethroned, a system of governance in the Centre has evolved which mainly addresses the needs. There may be another view of those needs, or whether they can be addressed through another system, but in the genius of those currently holding the reins, the system in vogue is the least abrasive yet most responsive.

At the end of it all, the politicians at the forefront will carry the responsibility for what the system delivers. Democracy has three derivatives: inclusive politics; good governance; and a growing economy. If any of these do not come through, the responsibility will lie squarely on the politicians who remain the face in control.

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