GS-2Editorials10 August 2026thehindu.com

Xi Jinping’s doctrine for a self-governing party

The article analyzes Chinese President Xi Jinping's doctrine of 'comprehensive and strict self-governance' within the Communist Party of China (CPC), highlighting its connection to his extensive anti-corruption campaign and broader party-building agenda. It discusses the establishment of 'Xi Jinping Thought on Party Building' as a systematized doctrine to entrench his authority, enforce loyalty, and mold a political class aligned with his vision, ahead of his likely bid for a fourth term as General Secretary.

The article analyzes Chinese President Xi Jinping's doctrine of 'comprehensive and strict self-governance' within the Communist Party of China (CPC), highlighting its connection to his extensive anti-corruption campaign and broader party-building agenda. It discusses the establishment of 'Xi Jinping Thought on Party Building' as a systematized doctrine to entrench his authority, enforce loyalty, and mold a political class aligned with his vision, ahead of his likely bid for a fourth term as General Secretary.

Exam linkage

GS Paper 2 - International Relations (Effect of policies and politics of developed and developing countries on India’s interests; Bilateral, regional and global groupings and agreements involving India and/or affecting India’s interests).

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International RelationsGeopolitics & International ConflictsComparative ConstitutionInternational InstitutionsIndian Economy Planning Growth

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