How would simultaneous elections impact the Indian political system, according to CPI(M)
CPI(M) views on the potential impact of simultaneous elections on political system.
According to CPI(M), simultaneous elections in India would have the following potential impacts on the political system:
- 1. Diminishment of regional representation: Concerns that simultaneous elections could result in a focus on national issues, thereby reducing the representation of regional concerns and parties.
- 2. Disruption of federal character: Fear that simultaneous elections may disrupt the federal character of the Indian political system by centralizing power and authority.
- 3. Imposition of authoritarian tendencies: Potential for the ruling party to exploit simultaneous elections to consolidate power and suppress dissent, leading to authoritarian tendencies.
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