Modi government has approved the One Nation, One Election Bill in the cabinet meeting on Thursday. Sources say that now the government can table this bill in the House. This bill is likely to be introduced in the winter session next week.
Modi government has approved the One Country, One Election Bill in the cabinet meeting on Thursday. Sources say that now the government can table this bill in the House. This bill is likely to be introduced in the winter session next week.
First of all, a JPC committee will be formed and suggestions will be taken from all the parties. Finally, this bill will be brought in the Parliament and it will be passed. Earlier, Ramnath Kovind’s committee had submitted its report related to One Country, One Election to the government.
JPC will discuss with political parties
Sources say that the government is planning to send this bill to the Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) for long discussions and consensus building. The JPC will hold detailed discussions with representatives of all political parties and will emphasize the need for collective consensus on this proposal.
At present, elections are held in different states at different times in the country. After this bill becomes a law, there is a preparation to conduct simultaneous elections in the country. However, this move of the government has been opposed by many India Block parties like Congress and AAP. The opposition has alleged that this will benefit the ruling party at the Center. Key NDA allies like Nitish Kumar’s JD(U) and Chirag Paswan have supported holding simultaneous elections.
What is the government’s preparation?
Sources said that the Speakers of all the state assemblies will be asked to share their views with intellectuals, experts and members of civil society. In addition, suggestions will also be sought from the general public, which will increase inclusiveness and transparency in the decision-making process. The key aspects of the bill will be discussed, including its benefits and the methodology required to conduct simultaneous elections across the country.
Possible challenges will be addressed and diverse views will be collected. ‘One Country, One Election’ is being seen as an important reform to reduce the costs and disruptions associated with frequent elections.
However, the government wants to get widespread support for this bill. However, political debate may also increase on this proposal. Opposition parties may raise questions about its feasibility.
