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Data | Power drives States’ subsidies but goes missing in freebie debate
2 years, 3 months ago

Data | Power drives States’ subsidies but goes missing in freebie debate

The Hindu  

On July 16, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said, “There are some governments which are indulging in revri culture to secure votes.” Later that month, the Supreme Court admitted a petition which contended that the offer and distribution of “irrational freebies” amounted to “bribery and was unduly influencing voters”. What was missing from the freebie debate was power subsidies, which constitute …

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Political Line | India@75: state of democracy, the freebie debate, new Kashmir voters and more
2 years, 4 months ago

Political Line | India@75: state of democracy, the freebie debate, new Kashmir voters and more

The Hindu  

The price of patriotism India celebrated its 75th Independence Day last week, a major milestone in the journey of the country, which was marked with pride and excitement all around. Chief Justice of India N.V. Ramana, who is heading the bench that is hearing the case, said: “I don’t think voters are looking for freebies. For example, MNREGA offered dignified …

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Modi govt. is the biggest freebie giver for political leverage: Amit Mitra
2 years, 4 months ago

Modi govt. is the biggest freebie giver for political leverage: Amit Mitra

The Hindu  

Wading into the freebie debate, former West Bengal Finance Minister Amit Mitra said what Prime Minister Narendra Modi government was calling “freebies” were fundamental for the inclusive economic growth of the country. This government has been the biggest giver of freebies for political leverage.” He pointed out that through eight Central schemes, the Centre pays out ₹1.25 lakh crores, which …

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India’s ‘Freebie Politics’: Why SC’s ‘Expert Panel’ May Be of Little Help
2 years, 4 months ago

India’s ‘Freebie Politics’: Why SC’s ‘Expert Panel’ May Be of Little Help

The Quint  

The Supreme Court of India has decided to set up a committee with representation from the Niti Aayog, the Finance Commission, the Election Commission, the Reserve Bank of India and political parties to study the impact of ‘freebies’ on taxpayers and economy and recommend measures to regulate it. The court wanted an independent expert body to study the pressing issue, …

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