‘One Nation, One Election initiative would fracture country’s federal compact’
A group of eminent citizens and activists have voiced strong opposition to the 'One Nation, One Election' proposal, arguing it threatens India's federal structure. Participants also raised concerns regarding electoral roll revisions and the potential disenfranchisement of citizens.
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This reflects a significant constitutional debate regarding the balance of power between the central government and states, as well as concerns over democratic processes.
A group of eminent citizens, comprising retired bureaucrats, judges, lawyers, professors, writers, civil society groups and leaders of various movements from all over the country, on Saturday (July 4, 2026) rejected the proposed ‘One Nation, One Election’ initiative, saying it would fracture the federal compact of the country.
The article highlights the arguments of critics of the government's policy, focusing on concerns about federalism and citizenship.
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