As the elections draw to a close, one of the most eagerly awaited events is the announcement of the election results. But, before that, exit polls are released, which help sustain the election momentum and provide fodder for the talking heads.

Within hours of the last vote being cast, the pollsters are out with the exit polls, and most of us believe them to be the results, though many times they have been proved wrong. Yet, they are widely watched television programmes across the nation.

The exit polls are conducted by several psephologists which often differ from one another, giving mixed signals to viewers. But the nation is hooked, as it cannot wait for the final counting day, just a few days ahead. This time around, the show is no different.

The broad trends emerging from the “poll of........

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