New vs. Old Area Politics in Himachal Pradesh: A Comparative Analysis

Describe about the “New” and “Old” area politics in Himachal Pradesh. (HPAS Mains Question Paper 2022 – GS 2, Q.14)

1966 : reorganization

1968 : Bipolar, BJS -> new

Sub-regionalism, 1971 : caste-based elections

Horticulture vs Agriculture