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The Significance of the Election Commission in a Democratic System

Democracy thrives on the principle that the people have the ultimate authority to choose their representatives through periodic elections. For elections to be meaningful and legitimate, they must be conducted in a free, fair, transparent, and impartial manner. In India, this crucial responsibility is entrusted to the Election Commission of India. The Election Commission is…

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The Concept of “One Nation, One Election”: Prospects and Limitations in India

Introduction The concept of “One Nation, One Election” refers to the idea of holding simultaneous elections for the Lok Sabha (the lower house of Parliament) and all state legislative assemblies across India. Under this model, elections would be conducted in a coordinated manner, rather than at different times for different legislative bodies. The idea has…

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