"She recalled, when in August the Indian Supreme Court had ordered the removal of stray dogs from the streets of New Delhi, a friend of hers organized a protest. Scores signed up online. But when the protest took place the next day, only four or five people showed up. "They rally online," Harshita said. "But when it comes to finishing something they have started, the enthusiasm fizzles out.""
"The participants were recruited through personal networks and professional circles in Delhi, with the aim of assembling differing political voices for a moderated but informal discussion. The group, aged 23-24, comprised Saurabh, a soft-spoken educator and civil services aspirant who ardently follows politics; Advik*, a suave finance professional; Yashaswini, a student of political science preparing for the civil services with sharply articulated views; Yasir, a law student who speaks carefully about politics; and Harshita, who works in social media marketing."
About 377 million Indians, roughly 27% of the population, belong to Generation Z (born roughly between 1997 and 2012). Young Indians often demonstrate political activity online but sometimes fail to convert online support into physical participation, as seen in a protest that drew many sign-ups but only four or five attendees. A small, diverse group of 23–24-year-olds in Delhi included aspiring civil servants, law and political science students, a finance professional, an educator, and a social media marketer. Opinions among these young people spanned the political spectrum. Generation Z represents a decisive demographic that will shape India's democratic future.
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