What implications do simultaneous polls hold for the exchequer according to the BJP and its allies
Discussing the viewpoints of the BJP and its allies on how simultaneous polls can lead to reduced financial burden on the exchequer.
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- The BJP and its allies argue that simultaneous polls can reduce the financial burden on the exchequer by combining election processes. This would save costs associated with conducting elections such as security arrangements, polling staff salaries, and logistical expenses.
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- According to the BJP, holding elections separately at different levels (national, state, local) leads to frequent financial expenditure. Simultaneous polls could streamline the process, leading to more efficient utilization of resources.
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- Additionally, the BJP believes that simultaneous polls could help in rationalizing political campaign expenditures as parties would avoid repetitive campaigning for different elections in a short span of time. This could also lead to savings for political parties and reduce overall election-related costs.
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