P Chidambaram denounces One Nation, One Election plan as unconstitutional in parliamentary hearing
Former union minister P Chidambaram told a joint parliamentary committee that the One Nation, One Election proposal is unconstitutional, calling it monstrous and mindless.
During a session of a joint parliamentary committee, P Chidambaram expressed strong opposition to the One Nation, One Election framework, labeling it unconstitutional and absurd. He warned that the scheme could concentrate excessive authority in the Election Commission. A source quoted a participant named Ghosh as saying the plan would grant the commission "unbridled" power. The criticism highlights political resistance to the electoral reform initiative.
Why it matters
The critique signals significant political pushback against a major electoral reform that could reshape India's voting calendar.
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