Complexities of 'One Nation, One Election'.!
The concept of 'One Nation, One Election' has sparked discussions alongside the fervour of lok sabha elections in India. Senior lawyer Gopal Shankaranarayanan has highlighted that implementing this concept would necessitate amending the Constitution. In an interview with news agency ANI, he underscored the need for constitutional amendments, stating, "To implement it, they (the central government) will need to introduce a paragraph to alter the electoral process, requiring a constitutional amendment."
He argued that viewing the proposal as straightforward neglects its intricate implications. Labelling the government's plan as unnecessary, Sankaranarayanan pointed out that india has successfully conducted elections for Parliament, state assemblies, and local bodies for over 75 years without significant issues. He deemed the proposal impractical and unnecessary, emphasizing the lack of compelling reasons for change.
The Kovind Panel, tasked with assessing the feasibility of simultaneous elections, has submitted its report to the President. The panel has recommended holding lok sabha and assembly elections simultaneously, followed by local body elections within 100 days. However, the implementation of such a proposal would require thorough deliberation and consensus-building among various stakeholders.
He argued that viewing the proposal as straightforward neglects its intricate implications. Labelling the government's plan as unnecessary, Sankaranarayanan pointed out that india has successfully conducted elections for Parliament, state assemblies, and local bodies for over 75 years without significant issues. He deemed the proposal impractical and unnecessary, emphasizing the lack of compelling reasons for change.
The Kovind Panel, tasked with assessing the feasibility of simultaneous elections, has submitted its report to the President. The panel has recommended holding lok sabha and assembly elections simultaneously, followed by local body elections within 100 days. However, the implementation of such a proposal would require thorough deliberation and consensus-building among various stakeholders.