Which one among the following is not an attribute of sustainability of Indian democratic model?

The sustainability of the Indian democratic model is primarily attributed to its socio-cultural and political resilience rather than its industrial base. Key attributes include 'unity in diversity,' where the political expression of social differences is accommodated within the democratic framework [1]. Regular elections at both the Centre and State levels since the 1950s have ensured the peaceful transfer of power and high voter participation, making the democracy effective and trustworthy [2]. Furthermore, while the 1990s were marked by a macroeconomic crisis, subsequent economic reforms led to sustained growth, which is considered a structural driver for India's future prospects [3]. However, while India possesses a vibrant federal structure, a 'strong industrial base' is not traditionally cited as a core attribute of democratic sustainability; instead, the challenge has been transforming an agrarian economy into an industrial one while maintaining democratic governance [3].

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1. [1] Democratic Politics-II. Political Science-Class X . NCERT(Revised ed 2025) > Chapter 3: Gender, Religion and Caste > Overview > p. 29
2. [2] Indian Constitution at Work, Political Science Class XI (NCERT 2025 ed.) > Chapter 3: ELECTION AND REPRESENTATION > Conclusion > p. 74
3. [3] https://core.ac.uk/download/pdf/156615804.pdf