Simultaneous polls can curb defections, says Ghulam Nabi Azad at JPC meet
Ghulam Nabi Azad, former Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir, advocated for the implementation of One Nation, One Election (ONOE) during a Parliamentary Joint Committee review. He argued that simultaneous elections would enhance political stability by reducing defections and strengthening voter mandates. Azad emphasized that ONOE aligns with India's constitutional history and offers strategic advantages to opposition parties by promoting regional leaders. He also highlighted the potential for cost savings and reduced administrative burden associated with the proposed transition.
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— The Hindu
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Ghulam Nabi Azad proposed simultaneous elections as a solution to political instability and defections, arguing they align with India's constitutional history and offer strategic advantages to opposition parties.
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