Simultaneous elections will reduce voters apathy of frequent polls: Parl panel
4 years ago

Simultaneous elections will reduce voters apathy of frequent polls: Parl panel

Hindustan Times  

Batting for holding of simultaneous elections in the country, a parliamentary committee on Tuesday said this will reduce the burden on the exchequer, expenditure of political parties and also ensure that human resources are optimally utilised. "In view of this, certain provisions of the Constitution may be amended to have fixed terms for local bodies, legislative assemblies and the Lok Sabha for holding simultaneous elections. "The renewed emphasis on the concept of simultaneous elections was made in 1983 when the Election Commission brought out its first annual report and recommended for holding simultaneous elections for Lok Sabha and state legislative assemblies as it will reduce expenditure and ensure effective use of manpower and human resources," the report noted. The then Law Commission headed by Justice B P Jeevan Reddi in its 170th Report in 1999 on Reform of Electoral Laws also favoured holding of simultaneous elections to Lok Sabha and state legislative assemblies as it will ensure stability in governance, the panel said. A couple of years ago, the Law Commission, this time under Justice B S Chauhan, had recommended holding simultaneous elections to Lok Sabha and state assemblies to save public money.

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Ballot paper issue beyond your scope: Centre tells Parliamentary panel on simultaneous polls debate
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Ballot paper issue beyond your scope: Centre tells Parliamentary panel on simultaneous polls debate

Hindustan Times  

The question of reverting to ballot papers does not fall under the ambit of the mandate of a joint committee of Parliament examining the two bills on simultaneous polls, the Union law ministry is learnt to have said. The Union law ministry said it was "out of scope" of the parliamentary panel to suggest the use of the ballot paper …

Why ex-CJI UU Lalit says 'one nation, one poll' may not pass SC test
1 month ago

Why ex-CJI UU Lalit says 'one nation, one poll' may not pass SC test

India Today  

The idea of ‘one nation, one poll’ has gained significant traction in recent times, with the Narendra Modi government advocating simultaneous elections to the Lok Sabha and state assemblies. Recognising the significant legal ramifications, the JPC sought insights from Justice Lalit, among other constitutional experts, to determine whether the legislation could withstand judicial scrutiny, particularly concerning federalism, the autonomy of …

ONOE panel meet today, stormy session expected
1 month ago

ONOE panel meet today, stormy session expected

New Indian Express  

NEW DELHI: Former Chief Justice of India UU Lalit and former chairperson of Law Commission Ritu Raj Awasthi are among four legal experts to depose on Tuesday before the Joint Parliamentary Committee scrutinising the One Nation One Election Bill. “The Joint Committee on the Constitution Bill, 2024 and the Union Territories Laws Bill, 2024, will interact with legal experts,” an …

Opinion: A Solution In Search Of A Problem, ‘One Nation, One Election’ Is A Constitutional Mis-step
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Opinion: A Solution In Search Of A Problem, ‘One Nation, One Election’ Is A Constitutional Mis-step

ABP News  

The proposal for ‘One Nation, One Election ’ has emerged as a point of contention in political discourse. Framed as a solution to the disruptions caused by frequent elections, the idea of simultaneous polls for the Lok Sabha and state assemblies appears appealing, promising administrative efficiency and cost savings. Synchronising elections would require aligning the tenures of state assemblies with …

Parliamentary panel on ‘One Nation, One election’ to seek an extension
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Parliamentary panel on ‘One Nation, One election’ to seek an extension

The Hindu  

Ceding to appeals from members across party lines, the Joint Parliamentary Committee on simultaneous elections will request for an extension. Janata Dal MP Sanjay K. Jha is among the members who strongly argued for an extension, claiming that the panel should have extensive consultations, especially with the States. According to sources, Mr. Jha pointed out that the Ram Nath Kovind …

BJP, Cong spar in first ‘One poll’ panel meet
2 months, 2 weeks ago

BJP, Cong spar in first ‘One poll’ panel meet

Hindustan Times  

New Delhi Members of the Bharatiya Janata Party backed two bills on simultaneous polls in India and said they reflected the people’s will even as the Congress-led Opposition argued that the move violated the tenets of parliamentary democracy and made states subservient to the Centre as the first meeting of the joint parliamentary committee examining the contentious legislation kicked off …

First JPC Meet On Simultaneous Polls Concludes, Members Handed Over 18,000-Page Report In Suitcase
2 months, 2 weeks ago

First JPC Meet On Simultaneous Polls Concludes, Members Handed Over 18,000-Page Report In Suitcase

ABP News  

The Joint Parliamentary Committee constituted to scrutinise the two bills on the 'One Nation One Election' held its first meeting on Wednesday. VIDEO | ‘One Nation, One Election’: Members of Joint Committee of Parliament scrutinising the two simultaneous election bills arrive to attend first meeting of the panel. एक देश-एक चुनाव की JPC में हज़ारों पन्ने की रिपोर्ट मिली है। …

One Nation, One Election meet: Opposition MPs question simultaneous polls, BJP members defend
2 months, 2 weeks ago

One Nation, One Election meet: Opposition MPs question simultaneous polls, BJP members defend

Hindustan Times  

The first meeting of the Joint Parliamentary Committee on ‘One Nation, One Election’ bills witnessed the opposition members and BJP MPs exchanging views on the legislation. On December 18, 2024, The Constitution Bill and the Union Territories Laws Bill were introduced by the Centre in Lok Sabha during the Winter Session of Parliament According to a PTI report, the MPs …

Simultaneous polls: Parliamentary panel to hold first meeting on January 8
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Simultaneous polls: Parliamentary panel to hold first meeting on January 8

The Hindu  

The parliamentary panel constituted to scrutinise the two simultaneous election bills will hold its first meeting on Wednesday, with officials of the Law and Justice Ministry scheduled to brief its members on the provisions of the proposed laws. Chaudhary and includes members of all major parties, including Priyanka Gandhi Vadra of the Congress, Sanjay Jha of the JD, Shiv Sena's …

​Pie in the sky: On the idea of simultaneous elections
3 months ago

​Pie in the sky: On the idea of simultaneous elections

The Hindu  

With the Union government introducing two Bills in the Lok Sabha to implement its idea of simultaneous elections to the Lok Sabha and the State Assemblies, the stage is set for Parliament to debate the feasibility, or otherwise, of the idea of what the government calls “One Nation, One Election”. The content in the Bills themselves are in line with …

Priyanka Gandhi Vadra likely to be part of simultaneous polls JPC: Sources
3 months, 1 week ago

Priyanka Gandhi Vadra likely to be part of simultaneous polls JPC: Sources

Hindustan Times  

Congress MPs Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, Manish Tewari, Sukhdeo Bhagat and Randeep Surjewala will likely represent the party in the joint committee of the parliament that will scrutinise the simultaneous polls legislation, sources said today. Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra speaks in Lok Sabha. Meanwhile, Mamata Banerjee-led Trinamool Congress has proposed the names of Lok Sabha member Kalyan Banerjee and Rajya …

Simultaneous polls: Priyanka Gandhi, Shrikant Shinde likely to be on joint committee of Parliament
3 months, 1 week ago

Simultaneous polls: Priyanka Gandhi, Shrikant Shinde likely to be on joint committee of Parliament

The Hindu  

The BJP is considering the names of its seasoned MPs Ravi Shankar Prasad and Nishikant Dubey as nominees for the parliamentary panel that will scrutinise simultaneous poll bills, while Priyanka Gandhi Vadra and Manish Tewari are set to be among the Congress representatives, sources said. The pros and cons of simultaneous elections | Explained Congress MPs Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, Manish …

Legal experts divided over plans to conduct simultaneous elections
3 months, 1 week ago

Legal experts divided over plans to conduct simultaneous elections

Hindustan Times  

Former judges and constitutional experts are divided over the proposal to hold concurrent elections to state assemblies and Parliament, with one section saying it aligns with constitutional principles while the other warn of potential threats to democracy. The Constitution Bill 2024 proposes simultaneous elections for the Lok Sabha and state assemblies with a fixed five-year tenure. “By holding simultaneous elections, …

Simultaneous polls are an imperative for India
3 months, 1 week ago

Simultaneous polls are an imperative for India

Hindustan Times  

Following the Union Cabinet’s approval, the introduction in Parliament of amendment bills to usher in simultaneous elections is a significant moment for India’s storied parliamentary democracy. When implemented, “one nation, one election” will reclaim the sanctity and spirit of our Constitution, as bequeathed by the creators of our foundational document, in the context of simultaneous elections. By and large, the …

Simultaneous polls: Voting showed BJP does not have 2/3 majority for constitutional amendment, says Shashi Tharoor
3 months, 1 week ago

Simultaneous polls: Voting showed BJP does not have 2/3 majority for constitutional amendment, says Shashi Tharoor

The Hindu  

Congress MP Shashi Tharoor on Tuesday hit out at the government, saying voting at the introduction stage of two bills on simultaneous elections in the Lok Sabha showed the BJP did not have the two-third majority required to pass a constitutional amendment. Parliament Winter Session Day 18 LIVE Updates Opposition parties dubbed the draft laws — a Constitution amendment bill …

Proposal to change India’s voting system to allow simultaneous polls fails to pass lower Parliament
3 months, 1 week ago

Proposal to change India’s voting system to allow simultaneous polls fails to pass lower Parliament

Associated Press  

NEW DELHI — A controversial legislation submitted by Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s government to change India’s voting system failed to pass Tuesday in the country’s lower house of Parliament. Critics say the proposed system will undermine federalism and risks shifting India toward a presidential election model and could give unfair poll advantage to the governing parties at the federal level …

One nation, one election: ECI to retain discretionary powers to defer assembly polls
3 months, 1 week ago

One nation, one election: ECI to retain discretionary powers to defer assembly polls

Live Mint  

NEW DELHI : The Election Commission of India will likely retain discretionary powers to defer legislative assembly polls under specific circumstances even after the country transitions to a ‘one nation, one election’ system, per the Constitutional amendment bill tabled in the Lok Sabha on Tuesday. However, the ECI may, at its discretion, write to the President to defer state elections …

Centre Introduces Bills In Lok Sabha For 'One Nation One Election'; Law Minister Agrees For Examination By Joint Parliamentary Committee
3 months, 1 week 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
3 months, 1 week 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 …

Govt tables 'One Nation, One Election' bill in Lok Sabha
3 months, 1 week 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 …

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

Bill on simultaneous elections to Lok Sabha and State Assemblies likely to be introduced in Lower House
3 months, 1 week ago

Bill on simultaneous elections to Lok Sabha and State Assemblies likely to be introduced in Lower House

The Hindu  

The Union government is all set to introduce the Constitution Amendment bill in the Lok Sabha on Tuesday, seeking to put in place a mechanism to implement simultaneous elections to the Lok Sabha and the State Assemblies. Stalin and Mamata Banerjee from the Opposition strongly protesting against the bill, several Opposition members have given notices to the Lok Sabha Speaker, …

‘One Nation, One Election’ on hold? Modi Govt unlikely to table bills for simultaneous polls in Lok Sabha today
3 months, 2 weeks 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 …

'Absolutely Wrong': Amit Shah Dismisses Allegations Of One Nation One Election Benefiting BJP
3 months, 2 weeks ago

'Absolutely Wrong': Amit Shah Dismisses Allegations Of One Nation One Election Benefiting BJP

ABP News  

Union Home Minister Amit Shah dismissed the claims that the One Nation One Election would benefit the Bharatiya Janata Party on Saturday and also refuted that the bill undermines the principles of federalism. Three elections in this country were conducted under the One Nation One Election method. Responding to the allegations that the One Nation One Election would benefit the …

'One Nation, One Election' : How Constitution Is Proposed To Be Amended For Simultaneous Elections To Lok Sabha & State Assemblies
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3 months, 2 weeks ago

'One Nation, One Election' : How Constitution Is Proposed To Be Amended For Simultaneous Elections To Lok Sabha & State Assemblies

Live Law  

The 'One Nation, One Election' Bill, officially known as the Constitution Bill, 2024, will likely be tabled in the ongoing winter session of the Parliament by Arjun Ram Meghwal, Minister of State for Law & Justice and Minister of State of Parliamentary Affairs. Once the notification is issued, all Legislative Assemblies constituted in any general elections held after the appointed …

Constitutional Amendment Bill to synchronise Lok Sabha, State Assembly terms
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3 months, 2 weeks ago

Constitutional Amendment Bill to synchronise Lok Sabha, State Assembly terms

Hindustan Times  

New Delhi: The Constitutional Amendment Bill, which will pave the way for simultaneous elections to the Lok Sabha and state assemblies, proposes amendments and the insertion of new Articles to synchronise the terms of the Lok Sabha and state assemblies. The bill is expected to be introduced in the Lok Sabha on Monday As per a copy of the bill …

DC Edit | Is ‘One Election’ reform a bridge too far for India?
3 months, 2 weeks ago

DC Edit | Is ‘One Election’ reform a bridge too far for India?

Deccan Chronicle  

The leading question on the introduction of the much-vaunted electoral reform titled “One Nation, One Election” is whether the largest and most diverse electorate in the world needs it or not. The concept of conducting simultaneous elections for both Lok Sabha and Legislative Assemblies across India may save costs, improve efficiency and boost voter turnout. The biggest objection comes from …

Ram Nath Kovind on One Nation One Election: People vote for governance, not polls
3 months, 2 weeks 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 …

One nation, one election: When were simultaneous polls last conducted in India?
3 months, 2 weeks 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 …

ONOE gets Cabinet nod
3 months, 2 weeks ago

ONOE gets Cabinet nod

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: The Union Cabinet on Thursday approved legislation to implement “One Nation, One Election” for holding simultaneous polls for the Lok Sabha, state Assemblies and local bodies in a phased manner. The sources said: “As of now, the Cabinet has given its nod to draft legislation to hold simultaneous polls to the Lok Sabha and Legislative Assemblies only.” A …

Union Cabinet approves ‘One Nation, One Election’ bills for Parliament
3 months, 2 weeks 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 …

‘One nation, one election bill’ likely to be introduced in this session
3 months, 2 weeks ago

‘One nation, one election bill’ likely to be introduced in this session

Hindustan Times  

NEW DELHI: The government plans to introduce the ‘one nation, one election bill’ to implement simultaneous polls across India in the ongoing winter session of Parliament, people familiar with the matter said. The government is keen on building consensus over the bill on simultaneous elections which have been opposed by several Opposition parties including the Congress, the Trinamool Congress and …

Modi Cabinet approves One Nation, One Election for India, bill for simultaneous polls likely soon
3 months, 2 weeks 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
3 months, 2 weeks 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': Opposition raises concerns over proposal; BJP, allies welcome it
3 months, 2 weeks ago

'One Nation, One Election': Opposition raises concerns over proposal; BJP, allies welcome it

New Indian Express  

NEW DELHI: Opposition parties raised concerns on Thursday over bills cleared by the government for holding simultaneous elections and said larger consultations are required while ruling NDA leaders asserted the burden on the exchequer will be lessened. The Union Cabinet approved bills to implement 'One Nation, One Election', and sources said the draft legislations are likely to be introduced in …

Modi Cabinet approves 'One Nation, One Election' Bill, likely to be tabled in Winter Session: Sources
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Modi Cabinet approves 'One Nation, One Election' Bill, likely to be tabled in Winter Session: Sources

India TV News  

The Modi Cabinet on Thursday approved the crucial 'One Nation, One Election' Bill which is likely to be tabled in the ongoing Winter Session, said the sources. Earlier in September, the Union Cabinet accepted the recommendations of a high-level committee headed by former President Ram Nath Kovind for holding simultaneous polls for the Lok Sabha, state assemblies and local bodies …

Union Cabinet approves 'One Nation, One Election' Bill; Congress reiterates its opposition to the idea
3 months, 2 weeks 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
3 months, 2 weeks 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", …

Centre looks to table bill on one nation, one poll
3 months, 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 …

Key recommendations in simultaneous elections report ‘flawed’, says former CEC Quraishi
6 months, 1 week ago

Key recommendations in simultaneous elections report ‘flawed’, says former CEC Quraishi

The Hindu  

With the government setting the ball rolling for simultaneous polls, former Chief Election Commissioner S.Y. Quraishi has flagged concerns over the practicality and implications of the proposed move, saying some key recommendations are "flawed" as he emphasised the need for a debate in Parliament on these issues. "The entire country is being shaken up for simultaneous elections while ignoring over …

Wrong notion: On simultaneous elections
6 months, 1 week ago

Wrong notion: On simultaneous elections

The Hindu  

Notwithstanding the opposition from political parties and many in civil society to the idea of simultaneous elections, the Union government has decided to accept the recommendations of a high-level committee headed by former President Ram Nath Kovind to go ahead with the scheme. The committee envisaged simultaneous Lok Sabha and State Assembly elections as the first step, followed by municipal …

One nation, many notions
6 months, 1 week 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 …

Simultaneous polls proposal against federal structure and impossible to implement: Karnataka CM and Deputy CM
6 months, 1 week ago

Simultaneous polls proposal against federal structure and impossible to implement: Karnataka CM and Deputy CM

The Hindu  

The Congress in Karnataka has opposed the simultaneous election initiative of the Centre by arguing that it is not only against the federal structure but also practically impossible to implement. The Election Commission does not have the capacity or resources to conduct simultaneous elections for both the Lok Sabha and State Assemblies across the entire country. Instead of addressing these …

One Nation, One Election: What are the 11 proposals in Kovind panel report?
6 months, 1 week 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' impractical in democracy, says Kharge; Vaishnaw fires back
6 months, 1 week ago

'One nation, one election' impractical in democracy, says Kharge; Vaishnaw fires back

Hindustan Times  

Union minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Wednesday responded to Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge's criticism of the ‘one nation, one election’ initiative, in which Kharge called the proposal “impractical” and incompatible with democracy. Union minister Ashwini Vaishnaw responded to Congress national president Mallikarjun Kharge's remarks over 'one nation, one election' Kharge, quoted by ANI, expressed strong opposition to the proposal, saying, “We …

One Nation, One Election: A Step-by-Step Process Of How Govt Plans To Implement It
6 months, 1 week 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' Proposal Gets Cabinet’s Clearance, Govt Looks To Build Consensus Before Bringing Bill
6 months, 1 week 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 …

PM Modi’s I-Day speech reiterates infeasible propositions
7 months, 1 week ago

PM Modi’s I-Day speech reiterates infeasible propositions

Hindustan Times  

In his speech from the ramparts of the Red Fort on August 15, Prime Minister Narendra reiterated two contentious issues the Bharatiya Janata Party seems determined to push. Let’s examine the idea of simultaneous elections first because it is problematical in a more straightforward way. That cannot in any practical way be ensured, especially given that Modi’s party itself operates …

Law Ministry plans to place report on simultaneous polls before Cabinet at the earliest
9 months, 2 weeks 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 …

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