Vaibhavi Mishra · Society&Culture · 2026-08-15
A joke can do what politics cannot: The independence we often forget
Stand-up comedian AZEEM BANATWALLA on laughter as a social emotion, the evolution of satire and what makes for a healthy democracy A joke can do what politics cannot: The independence we often forget
Why it matters. Comedy and satire act as essential barometers for free speech and play a unique role in fostering a healthy democratic society.
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