In the largest democracy in the world, India, weeks of voting finally ended there today. The vote could have huge implications, not only for India, but America's interests in the entire region. Janice McAfreyer is there. Janice.

Jose, voted lasted for six weeks in what is the world's biggest election, nearly a billion registered voters. The results are expected to be announced on Tuesday, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi expected to win. But critics say it comes at a cost to democracy. They accuse Modi of cracking down on opposition candidates and ramping up rhetoric against Muslims to rally the Hindu majority. Where India heads in the future is a crucial concern for the United States. As more American companies are growing manufacturing here, and the Biden administration is looking to India to balance China's influence in the region. Jose.

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