Simultaneous polls panel weighs bar on no-confidence motions in final year of government’s term

The Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) examining the Bill on simultaneous elections is considering a provision that would bar the introduction of a no-confidence motion against an incumbent government if only one year of its term remains. P.P. Chaudhary, chairperson of the committee, stated this as part of the panel's deliberations on addressing potential issues with the proposed legislation. The JPC has held 16 meetings across India and is considering various provisions, including whether to introduce a time bar on moving a no-confidence motion in the final year of a government's term. The committee is also working to address concerns about the Election Commission's unfettered powers under the proposed law.