'Country moving in democratic way': BJP on SC notice to EC, govt on pleas against CEC
The BJP has defended the Election Commission following a Supreme Court notice regarding allegations of unilateral decision-making by the Chief Election Commissioner. The court has requested a response from the EC but declined to issue interim orders, emphasizing the need for transparency.
Why it matters
This highlights ongoing tensions regarding the independence and procedural integrity of India's electoral institutions.
NEW DELHI: The ruling BJP on Monday said the Supreme Court's decision to issue notices to the Election Commission (EC) and the Centre on pleas seeking the removal of Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar showed that all institutions in the country were "functioning independently" and there was no atmosphere of "fear and dictatorship"."The country is moving in a very democratic way. Everyone is speaking their heart out. All procedures and systems are being followed. Where else could there be a better model of democracy?
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