evidence: According to survey data from CSDS, voters who were aware of the Indian airstrikes on terrorist targets located near Balakot in Pakistan (actions taken in response to the Pulwama bombing) were more likely to downplay economic concerns when deciding whom to vote for.65 [...] 45 Vaishnav and Smogard, "A New Era in Indian Politics?" [...] 60 Palshikar, "Towards Hegemony."