Union Cabinet Approves One Nation, One Election Proposal

The Union Cabinet has approved the 'One Nation One Election' proposal, which advocates for simultaneous elections for the Lok Sabha and state assemblies, following recommendations from a committee led by former President Ram Nath Kovind. While the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) supports the initiative as a means to enhance governmental efficiency and maintain law and order, opposition leaders have criticized it as impractical and a political stunt aimed at diverting attention from pressing issues. Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge and other opposition figures argue that the proposal undermines democratic processes and lacks feasibility within the current constitutional framework. Trinamool Congress MP Derek O'Brien labeled the initiative a 'cheap stunt' and questioned the government's sincerity, citing inconsistencies in election announcements across states. Critics, including Asaduddin Owaisi from AIMIM, claim that the plan poses a threat to federalism and democratic accountability. Overall, the proposal has sparked significant debate regarding its implications for India's political landscape and democratic practices.