PM Modi has put forward the proposal of "One India One Poll" . UP Government of Adityanath has come forward in full support of it.
There is a mixed reaction among opposition while most of them are opposing it, a few like Akhilesh Yadav back it up.
One time election was a norm in India till 1960 when coalition government and unstable tenures entered Indian Politics destabilizing the norm. What is your opinion abut this proposal of PM Modi??
I think it is a very good initiative, as we all know that it would bring down the cost & time of conducting election by parties & election commission. It will also ensure fairness & create less drama in voting in single time.
It also is good for our democracy & makes the other works to go normally during the other period.
For example if there are any nation wide Exams like Board Exams, AIEEE, NET, CA Exams, IIT, etc there will be no postponement in this way as it will be planned according to the election schedule whereas in state by state election it is not possible like that.
Overall I think it is a very feasible, economical & progressive decision for our Country.
This is not feasible. Lok Sabha and assemblies have different dates for their expiry. For conducting election at a time, either tenure of some assemblies will have to be shortened or extended in some cases. Even if the elections are somehow conducted simultaneously, there can emerge circumstances for mid term polls and this will again disturb the next schedule for simultaneous polls.
Gulshan Kumar Ajmani wrote:This is not feasible. Lok Sabha and assemblies have different dates for their expiry. For conducting election at a time, either tenure of some assemblies will have to be shortened or extended in some cases. Even if the elections are somehow conducted simultaneously, there can emerge circumstances for mid term polls and this will again disturb the next schedule for simultaneous polls.
Economically , having one poll may be a good idea since it saves a lot of expenditure but, practically there are difficulties as you rightly point out.
Gulshan Kumar Ajmani wrote:This is not feasible. Lok Sabha and assemblies have different dates for their expiry. For conducting election at a time, either tenure of some assemblies will have to be shortened or extended in some cases. Even if the elections are somehow conducted simultaneously, there can emerge circumstances for mid term polls and this will again disturb the next schedule for simultaneous polls.
Yes tenure if some assemblies will have to be shortened or extended as needed. But this might be a one time problem or in case if coalition government fails before completing the tenure. India had one poll till 1960 and then coalition government unstable government came into action and the tenures of different state government and state government started at different times and ended at different times. So if this proposal is brought into action, the problem will be for one cycle or in case if either state or central government fails before completing the term.
Gulshan Kumar Ajmani wrote:This is not feasible. Lok Sabha and assemblies have different dates for their expiry. For conducting election at a time, either tenure of some assemblies will have to be shortened or extended in some cases. Even if the elections are somehow conducted simultaneously, there can emerge circumstances for mid term polls and this will again disturb the next schedule for simultaneous polls.
You have rightly pointed out the problems that could arise. If needed elections has to be held before the next schedule. However, Mid term poll is only for the remaining tenure if I am not mistaken, so it shouldn't disturb the next schedule.
suni51 wrote:If the government plans to go for a single poll for state and parliamentary election then it will be a drastic decision of ending the tenure of certain state assemblies. I think it's worth giving it a try which might sound harsh but will sort many problems in the future.
I guess there has to be a first time ..
Gulshan Kumar Ajmani wrote:This is not feasible. Lok Sabha and assemblies have different dates for their expiry. For conducting election at a time, either tenure of some assemblies will have to be shortened or extended in some cases. Even if the elections are somehow conducted simultaneously, there can emerge circumstances for mid term polls and this will again disturb the next schedule for simultaneous polls.
Yes some what you right, nature of Indian politics not allowed this system. Is it time of alliance government. NO one knows when supporter pull carpet.
There are many electioneering practices that need to be abolished ...like for example , top leaders contesting from two constituencies. Later they forgo one if they win both and a re election has to be held. Instead if they do away with this practice some expenditure and unnecessary effort will be saved.
usha manohar wrote:There are many electioneering practices that need to be abolished ...like for example , top leaders contesting from two constituencies. Later they forgo one if they win both and a re election has to be held. Instead if they do away with this practice some expenditure and unnecessary effort will be saved.
Yes I also feel it for long time. Politicians are enjoying it on cost of citizen of country. Some politicians contest assembly election, and they again contest in general election. If they won Parliament election the forgo assembly seat. Than re-election on vacant seat, means wastage of public funds.
anil wrote:usha manohar wrote:There are many electioneering practices that need to be abolished ...like for example , top leaders contesting from two constituencies. Later they forgo one if they win both and a re election has to be held. Instead if they do away with this practice some expenditure and unnecessary effort will be saved.
Yes I also feel it for long time. Politicians are enjoying it on cost of citizen of country. Some politicians contest assembly election, and they again contest in general election. If they won Parliament election the forgo assembly seat. Than re-election on vacant seat, means wastage of public funds.
I too have similar thoughts on this. No candidate should be allowed to contest from 2 constituencies.
Sheetal Kumar N wrote:anil wrote:usha manohar wrote:There are many electioneering practices that need to be abolished ...like for example , top leaders contesting from two constituencies. Later they forgo one if they win both and a re election has to be held. Instead if they do away with this practice some expenditure and unnecessary effort will be saved.
Yes I also feel it for long time. Politicians are enjoying it on cost of citizen of country. Some politicians contest assembly election, and they again contest in general election. If they won Parliament election the forgo assembly seat. Than re-election on vacant seat, means wastage of public funds.
I too have similar thoughts on this. No candidate should be allowed to contest from 2 constituencies.
There is also the practice of an MLA ,later contesting for an MP seat and vacating it if he wins , which means another by election!
usha manohar wrote:Sheetal Kumar N wrote:anil wrote:usha manohar wrote:There are many electioneering practices that need to be abolished ...like for example , top leaders contesting from two constituencies. Later they forgo one if they win both and a re election has to be held. Instead if they do away with this practice some expenditure and unnecessary effort will be saved.
Yes I also feel it for long time. Politicians are enjoying it on cost of citizen of country. Some politicians contest assembly election, and they again contest in general election. If they won Parliament election the forgo assembly seat. Than re-election on vacant seat, means wastage of public funds.
I too have similar thoughts on this. No candidate should be allowed to contest from 2 constituencies.
There is also the practice of an MLA ,later contesting for an MP seat and vacating it if he wins , which means another by election!
If some contest from 2 constityencies and if he quit one seat, than cost of re-election must be recovered from them.
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