Law Ministry plans to table 'One Nation, One Election' report before Cabinet under '100-day agenda'
6 months, 1 week ago

Law Ministry plans to table 'One Nation, One Election' report before Cabinet under '100-day agenda'

India TV News  

The Law Ministry is planning to place the report of the high-level committee on ‘One Nation, One Election’ before the Union Cabinet “at the earliest”, sources said on Friday. The committee on the ‘One Nation, One Election’, headed by former president Ram Nath Kovind, had submitted its report to President Droupadi Murmu on March 15 this year, recommending simultaneous elections for Lok Sabha, state Assemblies. According to sources, the Law Commission is likely to recommend holding simultaneous polls for all three tiers of the government – Lok Sabha, state assemblies and local bodies like municipalities and panchayats – starting 2029, and a provision for unity government in cases like hung house or no-confidence motion. ALSO READ | One nation, one election: Ram Nath Kovind-led panel recommends simultaneous polls in 2029

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One Nation, One Election: 39-Member Panel Formed To Discuss Bills, This BJP MP To Be Chairperson
3 days, 13 hours ago

One Nation, One Election: 39-Member Panel Formed To Discuss Bills, This BJP MP To Be Chairperson

ABP News  

BJP member PP Chaudhary was on Friday appointed chairman of the mega joint committee of Parliament set up to examine bills proposing simultaneous elections to the Lok Sabha and state assemblies. Earlier, Union Law Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal had moved resolutions in the Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha to refer the Constitution Bill and the Union Territories Laws Bill …

One Nation One Election: Parliamentary panel on simultaneous polls to have 39 members
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3 days, 23 hours ago

One Nation One Election: Parliamentary panel on simultaneous polls to have 39 members

The Hindu  

The government has moved to increase the strength of the joint committee of Parliament that will scrutinise the two bills proposing simultaneous elections from 31 MPs to 39, giving representation to more parties. The list of Lok Sabha MPs proposed by the government now includes one member each from the Shiv Sena, CPI and the Lok Janshakti Party, besides two …

One Nation One Election bill referred to joint parliamentary panel
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4 days, 3 hours ago

One Nation One Election bill referred to joint parliamentary panel

India Today  

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Friday sent two bills that lay down the mechanism to hold simultaneous elections to a joint parliamentary committee that consisted of 39 MPs from both Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha. The Constitution bill and the Union Territories Amendment bill were introduced in the Lok Sabha after a fiery debate on December 17, with the …

One Nation, One Election bill tabled in Lok Sabha: Who is in favour? Who is opposing it?
Top News
6 days, 15 hours ago

One Nation, One Election bill tabled in Lok Sabha: Who is in favour? Who is opposing it?

Firstpost  

The Centre has introduced the Constitution Bill, 2024, better known as the One Nation, One Election Bill, in the Lok Sabha. VIDEO | Union Law Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal moves 'one nation, one election' bills for introduction in Lok Sabha.#OneNationOneElectionBill pic.twitter.com/vgPvelEwLu — Press Trust of India December 17, 2024 Let’s take a closer look. JD chief spokesperson Neeraj Kumar had …

Centre Introduces Bills In Lok Sabha For 'One Nation One Election'; Law Minister Agrees For Examination By Joint Parliamentary Committee
6 days, 18 hours ago

Centre Introduces Bills In Lok Sabha For 'One Nation One Election'; Law Minister Agrees For Examination By Joint Parliamentary Committee

Live Law  

Two bills which aim to achieve One Nation One Election–'The Constitution 129th Amendment Bill 2024' as well as the 'The Union Territories Laws Amendment Bill 2024, were introduced in the Lok Sabha on Tuesday after a voting process. The Union Territories Laws Amendment Bill 2024 proposes to make consequential amendments in Section 5 of the Government of Union Territories Act …

Centre Introduces Bills In Lok Sabha For 'One Nation One Election'; Law Minister Agrees For Examination By Joint Parliamentary Committee
6 days, 18 hours ago

Centre Introduces Bills In Lok Sabha For 'One Nation One Election'; Law Minister Agrees For Examination By Joint Parliamentary Committee

Live Law  

Two bills which aim to achieve One Nation One Election–'The Constitution 129th Amendment Bill 2024' as well as the 'The Union Territories Laws Amendment Bill 2024, were introduced in the Lok Sabha on Tuesday after a voting process. The Union Territories Laws Amendment Bill 2024 proposes to make consequential amendments in Section 5 of the Government of Union Territories Act …

One nation, one election: Opposition says bills undermine state autonomy, shift power to Election Commission
6 days, 19 hours ago

One nation, one election: Opposition says bills undermine state autonomy, shift power to Election Commission

Live Mint  

Union Law Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal tabled on Tuesday the 'One Nation, One Election' Bills, paving the way for simultaneous elections, in the Lok Sabha today, December 17. The two bills approved by Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led Union Cabinet on Thursday include The Constitution Bill, 2024 and the The Union Territories Laws Bill, 2024. Here is what the opposition leaders …

Govt tables 'One Nation, One Election' bill in Lok Sabha
6 days, 19 hours ago

Govt tables 'One Nation, One Election' bill in Lok Sabha

Firstpost  

After accepting the recommendations of a committee led by former President Ramnath Kovind on simultaneous elections, the Narendra Modi government has now tabled the ‘One Nation, One Election’ bill in Lok Sabha The Narendra Modi government on Tuesday tabled the ‘One Nation, One Election’ bill in the Lok Sabha. Union Law Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal introduced a constitutional amendment bill …

What is 'One Nation One Election' proposal: Explained in points
6 days, 21 hours ago

What is 'One Nation One Election' proposal: Explained in points

Hindustan Times  

The Central Government is bringing the ‘One Nation, One Election' Bill in Parliament on Tuesday. A committee chaired by former President Ram Nath Kovind recommended the holding of simultaneous elections at all levels. The committee chaired by former President Ram Nath Kovind, which proposed that plan, argued that holding frequent elections each year negatively impacts the economy, polity, and society. …

Home Minister Amit Shah Speaks During Constitution Debate In Rajya Sabha | Highlights
6 days, 22 hours ago

Home Minister Amit Shah Speaks During Constitution Debate In Rajya Sabha | Highlights

ABP News  

The Constitution Bill, 2024, commonly known as the 'One Nation, One Election' Bill, was tabled in the Lok Sabha on Tuesday. Union Law Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal introduced the proposed legislation, which is likely to be forwarded to a Joint Parliamentary Committee for broader deliberations. According to the agenda released, Meghwal is expected to request Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla …

One Nation, One Election: Modi govt to table bills for simultaneous polls in Lok Sabha today — headed for JPC?
1 week ago

One Nation, One Election: Modi govt to table bills for simultaneous polls in Lok Sabha today — headed for JPC?

Live Mint  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led Union government will introduce the 'One Nation, One Election' Bills, paving way for simultaneous elections, in Lok Sabha today, according to the revised list of business in the lower house of Parliament. Union Law Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal will introduce the two bill, according to the revised list of business for today on the Lok Sabha …

One nation, one election: Bill to hold simultaneous polls to be introduced in Lok Sabha today
1 week ago

One nation, one election: Bill to hold simultaneous polls to be introduced in Lok Sabha today

Hindustan Times  

A constitutional amendment bill for holding Lok Sabha and assembly elections simultaneously has been listed for introduction in the Lok Sabha on Tuesday. As per the Lok Sabha agenda, Union Law Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal will introduce the bill for “one nation, one election.” Following this, he could request Speaker Om Birla to refer the Bill to a Joint Committee …

FirstUp: ‘One Nation One Election’ bill likely to be introduced in Parliament and other top news today
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1 week ago

FirstUp: ‘One Nation One Election’ bill likely to be introduced in Parliament and other top news today

Firstpost  

The government is likely to introduce the ‘One Nation One Election’ Bill today, a constitutional amendment aimed at holding the Lok Sabha and assembly elections simultaneously. The government is expected to table the ‘One Nation One Election’ Bill, aiming to simultaneously conduct the Lok Sabha and assembly elections. Let’s take a look at the events: ‘One Nation One Election’ bill …

One Nation One Election Bill explained: Special majority, state ratification
1 week ago

One Nation One Election Bill explained: Special majority, state ratification

India Today  

The Constitution Amendment Bill, 2024 is a landmark proposal aimed at introducing simultaneous elections to the Lok Sabha and state legislative Assemblies. By aligning elections for the Lok Sabha and state Assemblies, the bill aims to minimise electoral fatigue among voters, reduce administrative costs and allow governments to focus more on policymaking and long-term governance. The bill's proposal to synchronise …

One Nation One Election Bill Likely To Be Introduced In Parliament Tomorrow, Could Be Referred To JPC
1 week ago

One Nation One Election Bill Likely To Be Introduced In Parliament Tomorrow, Could Be Referred To JPC

ABP News  

New Delhi, Dec 16 A constitutional amendment bill for holding Lok Sabha and assembly elections simultaneously is likely to be introduced in Parliament on Tuesday and could be referred to a joint committee of the two Houses. A top government functionary said the Constitution Bill, 2024, popularly being referred to as the Bill on "one nation, one election", was expected …

Modi govt to introduce 'One Nation, One Election' Bill in Lok Sabha today
1 week, 1 day ago

Modi govt to introduce 'One Nation, One Election' Bill in Lok Sabha today

India TV News  

One Nation, One Election Bill: A constitutional amendment bill aimed at conducting simultaneous Lok Sabha and assembly elections has been listed for introduction in the Lower House of Parliament on Tuesday. According to the Lok Sabha agenda, Union Law Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal will present the Constitution Bill, 2024, commonly referred to as the "One Nation, One Election" Bill. Modi …

‘One Nation, One Election’ on hold? Modi Govt unlikely to table bills for simultaneous polls in Lok Sabha today
1 week, 1 day ago

‘One Nation, One Election’ on hold? Modi Govt unlikely to table bills for simultaneous polls in Lok Sabha today

Live Mint  

The Union government is unlikely to introduce the 'One Nation, One Election' Bills paving way for simultaneous elections in Lok Sabha today, according to the revised list of business in the lower house of Parliament. Earlier, the two bills were mentioned to be introduced in the Lok Sabha for introduction against Union Law Minister, Arjun Ram Meghwal in the list …

Andhra CM Chandrababu Naidu Backs ‘One Nation, One Election’ For Focused Development
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1 week, 2 days ago

Andhra CM Chandrababu Naidu Backs ‘One Nation, One Election’ For Focused Development

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Gudlavalleru, Dec 14 : Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu on Saturday said here that all elections in the country happening at the same time through 'One Nation One Election' concept will provide more time for development. CM said this in view of Union Cabinet's approval of bills drafted to implement 'One Nation One Election' plan. "There will be …

Union Cabinet clears ‘One Nation, One Election’ bills: What happens next?
1 week, 3 days ago

Union Cabinet clears ‘One Nation, One Election’ bills: What happens next?

Firstpost  

The Union Cabinet has reportedly approved two bills to implement its ‘One Nation, One Election’ idea. One of the bills is aimed at synchronising the tenures of the Lok Sabha and State Assembly elections, while the other bill proposes similar amendments for Delhi and other Union Territory Assemblies. Last September, the Centre established a committee, headed by former President Ram …

Ram Nath Kovind on One Nation One Election: People vote for governance, not polls
1 week, 4 days ago

Ram Nath Kovind on One Nation One Election: People vote for governance, not polls

India Today  

Former President Ram Nath Kovind, who led the high-level committee on one nation, one election', said that the concept of simultaneous polls is rooted in India's electoral history. "At that time, Lok Sabha and Vidhan Sabha elections were conducted together," he said. 'COULD BOOST GDP BY 1-1.15%' Ram Nath Kovind said the committee he led included NK Singh, an economist …

‘Attack on federalism’: Opposition slams cabinet nod to One Nation, One Poll
1 week, 4 days ago

‘Attack on federalism’: Opposition slams cabinet nod to One Nation, One Poll

New Indian Express  

The Kovind committee had proposed simultaneous elections to the Lok Sabha and state Assemblies as the first step, and synchronised polls to local bodies within 100 days of the general election. If the Centre decides to carry out the Kovind committee proposal from 2029, as many as 17 states will have tenure of Assemblies for less than three years. The …

'One Nation, One Election': Majority view of 32 parties should be accepted, says ex-President Kovind
1 week, 4 days ago

'One Nation, One Election': Majority view of 32 parties should be accepted, says ex-President Kovind

New Indian Express  

Former president Ram Nath Kovind on Friday asserted that the concept of holding simultaneous polls to the Lok Sabha and state assemblies was the brain child of the country's founding fathers and not the Bharatiya Janata Party. The former president who led the high level committe on 'one nation, one election' emphasised the importance of majority consensus in a democracy, …

Cabinet nod to ‘one nation, one poll’ plan
1 week, 4 days ago

Cabinet nod to ‘one nation, one poll’ plan

Hindustan Times  

The Union Cabinet on Thursday gave its nod to two bills aimed at implementing simultaneous state and national polls that are likely to be introduced during the ongoing winter session of Parliament in a bid to usher in sweeping changes in the ways elections are conducted in the world’s largest democracy. The Cabinet cleared the Constitutional Amendment Bill to conduct …

Union Cabinet Clears 'One Nation, One Election', 10 Recommendations Made By Ram Nath Kovind Panel
1 week, 4 days ago

Union Cabinet Clears 'One Nation, One Election', 10 Recommendations Made By Ram Nath Kovind Panel

ABP News  

New Delhi: The Union Cabinet on Thursday approved bills to implement "one nation, one election". A high-level committee headed by former president Ram Nath Kovind had made recommendations on simultaneous elections, which were accepted by the Cabinet in September. For the purpose of synchronising the Lok Sabha and Assembly elections, the president shall notify the date of the first sitting …

One nation, one election: When were simultaneous polls last conducted in India?
1 week, 4 days ago

One nation, one election: When were simultaneous polls last conducted in India?

Hindustan Times  

The Union cabinet on Thursday approved the 'One Nation, One Election' Bill. The proposal to align elections was a part of the Bharatiya Janata Party’s 2024 poll manifesto and has the backing of Prime Minister Narendra Modi but is fiercely opposed by a raft of political parties and activists who allege that it will hurt democratic accountability. In September, the …

What is one nation, one election? The 11 proposals in the draft cleared by cabinet today
1 week, 4 days ago

What is one nation, one election? The 11 proposals in the draft cleared by cabinet today

Hindustan Times  

The 'One Nation, One Election' plan was on Thursday approved by the Union Cabinet and the draft legislations will now be introduced in the Parliament. Moving ahead with its 'one nation, one election' plan, the government in September accepted the recommendations of the high-level committee for holding simultaneous polls for the Lok Sabha, state assemblies and local bodies in a …

Union Cabinet approves ‘One Nation, One Election’ bills for Parliament
1 week, 4 days ago

Union Cabinet approves ‘One Nation, One Election’ bills for Parliament

The Hindu  

The Union Cabinet on Thursday approved two Bills related to the implementation of simultaneous elections to the Lok Sabha and State Assemblies, paving the way to introduce the draft legislations in Parliament in the ongoing Winter Session. Let us resist this attack on Indian democracy with all our strength!” The Union Cabinet has approved introducing the draconian 'One Nation, One …

Modi Cabinet approves One Nation, One Election for India, bill for simultaneous polls likely soon
1 week, 4 days ago

Modi Cabinet approves One Nation, One Election for India, bill for simultaneous polls likely soon

Firstpost  

The Union Cabinet has approved the bill seeking simultaneous polls for India. The bill will be tabled in the current Winter Session of the Parliament soon The Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led Cabinet on Thursday approved the One Nation, One Election bill and it is likely to be tabled in the ongoing Winter Session of the Parliament. Earlier this year, a …

'One Nation, One Election' Bill Cleared By Cabinet, Likely To Be Introduced In Parliament Next Week
1 week, 4 days ago

'One Nation, One Election' Bill Cleared By Cabinet, Likely To Be Introduced In Parliament Next Week

ABP News  

The Union Cabinet has cleared the ‘One Nation, One Election’ bill, said sources. #WATCH | Jaipur | On One Nation One Election, BJP Leader Dr Satish Poonia says, “If you ask anyone across the country, they will agree on One Nation One Election. The Kovind-led committee emphasised that implementing the ‘one nation, one election’ policy would lead to resource savings …

One Nation, One Election: What are top 10 recommendations made by Ram Nath Kovind panel? EXPLAINED
1 week, 5 days ago

One Nation, One Election: What are top 10 recommendations made by Ram Nath Kovind panel? EXPLAINED

India TV News  

One Nation, One Election: In a landmark decision, the Union Cabinet has approved bills to implement the "One Nation, One Election" initiative, marking a significant step towards streamlining the electoral process in the county. For the purpose of synchronising the Lok Sabha and Assembly elections, the President shall notify the date of the first sitting of the Lok Sabha after …

Union Cabinet approves 'One Nation, One Election' Bill; Congress reiterates its opposition to the idea
1 week, 5 days ago

Union Cabinet approves 'One Nation, One Election' Bill; Congress reiterates its opposition to the idea

New Indian Express  

NEW DELHI: The Union Cabinet on Thursday approved two bills, including one to amend the Constitution to implement "one nation, one election", and the draft legislations are likely to be introduced in Parliament in the ongoing winter session, sources said. Kharge, in a letter to the secretary of the high-level committee on 'one nation, one election' on January 17, 2024, …

Cabinet clears One Nation One Election, PM wants people to know benefits: Sources
1 week, 5 days ago

Cabinet clears One Nation One Election, PM wants people to know benefits: Sources

India Today  

In a step towards simultaneous Lok Sabha and state polls, the Union Cabinet on Thursday approved the One Nation One Election bill, sources said. 'ONE NATION ONE ELECTION BILL DRACONIAN' Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and DMK chief MK Stalin was among the first to criticise the move, calling the bill "draconian". Hitting out at the BJP over its "misplaced priorities", …

Modi govt may table 'One Nation, One Election' bill in Parliament this winter session – Firstpost
1 week, 6 days ago

Modi govt may table 'One Nation, One Election' bill in Parliament this winter session – Firstpost

Firstpost  

According to reports, the Union Cabinet has already approved the recommendations of the Ram Nath Kovind-led committee for ‘One Nation, One Election’ and now it is expected to tabled in the ongoing winter session of the parliament Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led Central government is reportedly working on three draft legislations based on the recommendations of the Ram Nath Kovind-led committee …

‘One Nation, One Election’ bill likely in Winter Session of Parliament: Report
2 weeks ago

‘One Nation, One Election’ bill likely in Winter Session of Parliament: Report

Live Mint  

The government is set to launch its ‘One Nation One Election’ initiative and may introduce a bill in Parliament during this session, according to sources cited by NDTV. Continuing with its 'one nation, one election' initiative, the government accepted in September the recommendations of the high-level committee to conduct simultaneous elections for the Lok Sabha, state assemblies, and local bodies …

Centre looks to table bill on one nation, one poll
2 weeks ago

Centre looks to table bill on one nation, one poll

Hindustan Times  

A bill to pave the way for simultaneous elections to the Lok Sabha and state assemblies ranks high on the Union government’s agenda and could be tabled in Parliament in the ongoing winter session or the coming budget session, people familiar with the details said on Monday. The 18,000-page Kovind report had outlined a phased approach to synchronise elections, beginning …

One nation, many notions
3 months ago

One nation, many notions

Times of India  

Times of India’s Edit Page team comprises senior journalists with wide-ranging interests who debate and opine on the news and issues of the day. But implementation will be terribly tricky & impossible sans oppn agreeing As GOI clears Kovind panel’s One Nation One Election proposal, a bill on the same is expected in Parliament this winter session. Yet, when announcing …

One Nation, One Election: What are the 11 proposals in Kovind panel report?
3 months ago

One Nation, One Election: What are the 11 proposals in Kovind panel report?

Hindustan Times  

The Union Cabinet on Wednesday approved a high-level panel's recommendations for holding simultaneous elections for the Lok Sabha, state assemblies, and local bodies in phases. President Droupadi Murmu being presented a report on simultaneous elections in the country by former president Ram Nath Kovind who heads High-Level Committee on 'One Nation, One Election', and Home Minister Amit Shah, at Rashtrapati …

One Nation, One Election: A Step-by-Step Process Of How Govt Plans To Implement It
3 months ago

One Nation, One Election: A Step-by-Step Process Of How Govt Plans To Implement It

News 18  

An implementation group will be formed to take forward the recommendations of the Kovind panel on ‘One Nation One Poll’, the report for which was accepted by the Union Cabinet on Wednesday. Here is how the government plans to implement ‘One Nation One Poll’ : Simultaneous elections will be implemented in two phases In the first phase, Lok Sabha and …

‘One nation, one election’: Modi Cabinet clears plan for simultaneous polls
3 months ago

‘One nation, one election’: Modi Cabinet clears plan for simultaneous polls

Hindustan Times  

The Union Cabinet has approved the proposal for simultaneous elections across the country, aligning polls for both the Lok Sabha and state Assemblies, Union minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced on Wednesday. The decision follows months of deliberation and comes after a high-level committee, chaired by former President Ram Nath Kovind, submitted its report on the 'one nation, one election' plan. The …

'One Nation, One Election' Proposal Gets Cabinet’s Clearance, Govt Looks To Build Consensus Before Bringing Bill
3 months ago

'One Nation, One Election' Proposal Gets Cabinet’s Clearance, Govt Looks To Build Consensus Before Bringing Bill

News 18  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Cabinet on Wednesday cleared a proposal for what is widely known as “one nation, one election”, a milestone move aimed at the simultaneous conduct of Lok Sabha and state polls that the government says will cut down on expenses and reduce logistical hurdles in the voting process of the world’s largest democracy. How Govt Wants To …

One Nation, One Election: Why is Centre planning to implement it and what are its benefits? | Explained
3 months ago

One Nation, One Election: Why is Centre planning to implement it and what are its benefits? | Explained

India TV News  

In a significant development, the Union Cabinet on Wednesday approved the Central government's 'One Nation, One Election' recommendations which proposes simultaneous Lok Sabha and Assembly elections, with urban body and panchayat polls to be held within 100 days. Giving more details about it, Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said the Union Cabinet has accepted the recommendations by the high-level committee on …

Moving ahead on concurrent polls
3 months, 1 week ago

Moving ahead on concurrent polls

Hindustan Times  

The Narendra Modi government, which completes a 100 days in office today, intends to roll out its “one nation, one election” agenda during this term. However, the government’s push for simultaneous polls to Parliament and state assemblies — a hugely contested issue that will necessarily involve the overhauling of India’s electoral democracy — is likely to test its political mettle: …

'Nation Has To Come Forward...': PM Modi Highlights Need For 'One Nation, One Election'
4 months, 1 week ago

'Nation Has To Come Forward...': PM Modi Highlights Need For 'One Nation, One Election'

News 18  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday highlighted the need of ‘One Nation, One Election’ saying that the multiple and frequent elections create obstacles in the development and progress of the country. PM Modi urged everyone to come together to achieve the goal of ‘one nation, one election’, saying that having simultaneous elections across the country enhances political stability and administrative …

Law Ministry plans to place report on simultaneous polls before Cabinet at the earliest
6 months, 1 week ago

Law Ministry plans to place report on simultaneous polls before Cabinet at the earliest

The Hindu  

The report of the committee led by former President Ram Nath Kovind on ‘One Nation, One Election’ or simultaneous elections, could be placed before the Union Cabinet as part of the 100-day agenda of the Ministry of Law and Justice. One Nation, One Election: the Kovind panel’s recommendations | Explained Sources told the news agency PTI on Friday that the …

‘One nation, one election’: Kovind panel report set to be placed before Cabinet at the “earliest”
6 months, 1 week ago

‘One nation, one election’: Kovind panel report set to be placed before Cabinet at the “earliest”

Hindustan Times  

The Union Law Ministry plans to place before the Cabinet the report of the high-level committee on 'one nation, one election' "at the earliest" as part of the 100-day agenda of the Legislative Department, sources said on Friday. The high-level committee on 'one nation, one election', headed by former president Ram Nath Kovind, submitted its report to President Droupadi Murmu …

Political consensus key to simultaneous polls
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Political consensus key to simultaneous polls

Hindustan Times  

The recent report of the Ram Nath Kovind panel on simultaneous elections is praiseworthy on several counts. Third, by separating Parliament and state assembly elections from local body elections from a literal definition of only one nationwide election at the same time for Parliament, the state assemblies as well as the local bodies across all states, the committee has deftly …

The case for one nation, one poll
9 months, 1 week ago

The case for one nation, one poll

Hindustan Times  

The Ram Nath Kovind panel has come up with a detailed and plausible plan to have simultaneous elections for all three tiers of government. It has proposed simultaneous elections to the Lok Sabha and state assemblies with polls to local bodies held within 100 days of these. But when federal relations are fraught and the Centre is suspected of championing …

'One Nation, One Election' Panel Recommends Cutting Short State Assemblies' Term To Synchronize With Lok Sabha Term
9 months, 1 week ago

'One Nation, One Election' Panel Recommends Cutting Short State Assemblies' Term To Synchronize With Lok Sabha Term

Live Law  

The High-Level Committee appointed by the Central Government has submitted its report on "one nation, one election," advocating for simultaneous elections to Lok Sabha, State Legislative Assemblies, and local bodies. Firstly, it recommended holding simultaneous elections for the Lok Sabha and State Legislative Assemblies. Secondly, it proposed synchronizing the elections for Municipalities and Panchayats with those of the Lok Sabha …

Simultaneous Polls In 2029, Shorter Term for State Govts Elected After 2024: Kovind Panel
9 months, 1 week ago

Simultaneous Polls In 2029, Shorter Term for State Govts Elected After 2024: Kovind Panel

News 18  

2029 could see simultaneous Lok Sabha and Assembly elections in all states if the High-Level Committee Report on ‘Simultaneous Elections in India’ is accepted by the Narendra Modi government. A constitutional amendment bill can be brought by the new government post the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, which does not need ratification from the states, as proposed by the committee report. …

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