The debate over simultaneous elections
What is the rationale behind 'One Nation, One Election'? Why have some regional parties spoken against it? We explain.
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What is the rationale behind 'One Nation, One Election'? Why have some regional parties spoken against it? We explain.
Holding simultaneous polls for Lok Sabha and all assemblies would need any no-confidence motion to be coupled with a 'confidence motion' by a leader proposed as next prime minister or chief minister.
The poll panel had also suggested that in case the dissolution of the House cannot be avoided, then fresh elections can be held if the remainder of the term is long.
India News: The BJP-led government in India has formed a committee under former president Ram Nath Kovind to work on a legislation for 'one nation, one election'.
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