Today’s Ten: ‘One nation, one election’ drama begins to unfold
By Pradeep Damodaran in Media News on Thursday, 19th September 2024 at 3:54pmIn a significant step towards fulfilling one of the most controversial poll promises in this term, the Modi govt on Wednesday kicked off the exercise to implement its ‘One Nation One Election’ promise by 2029, accepting the proposals of a high-level panel headed by former President Ramnath Kovind.
Dipak Dash for The Times of India reported that the move will need support from opposition and non-NDA parties to push amendments to the Constitution. Three ministers have been tasked with coordinating with political parties.
The plan envisages a two-stage transition — the first, involving simultaneous polls for Lok Sabha and state assemblies, will need an amendment to the Constitution, which will need to be ratified by both Houses of Parliament with a two-thirds majority.
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