The article critiques the current state of Indian politics, highlighting how liberal scepticism has led to a collapse in the ability to distinguish truth from fiction among opposition groups.

It argues that framing movements like the Cockroach Janta Party protest or Sonam Wangchuk's hunger strike as 'staged' or 'false flag' operations undermines genuine dissent.This approach alienates potential allies and validates the government's claim that all dissent is illegitimate.

The piece emphasizes that spontaneous civic dissent is crucial for democracy, but scepticism driven by conspiracy theories creates a vacuum where alliances could form.

It calls for responsible criticism that focuses on verifying facts rather than dismissing movements outright, stressing the need to protect democratic vitality.The author warns that without recovering democratic faith, the possibility of a democratic future is at risk.