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The article delves into the ongoing debate surrounding the 'One Nation, One Election' proposal, with Congress leader P. Chidambaram vehemently opposing the idea and asserting its infeasibility under the current Indian Constitution. He argues that implementing this change would require at least five constitutional amendments, a feat he deems impossible for the BJP-led government due to its lack of majority in both the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha.
Chidambaram's stance directly contradicts Prime Minister Narendra Modi's recent push for 'One Nation, One Election', a proposal that has been touted as a means to streamline the electoral process and save resources. Modi, during his Independence Day address, had emphasized the need for a unified election system, claiming that frequent elections hinder the country's progress. However, Chidambaram firmly rejects this notion, asserting that 'One Nation, One Election' is a fundamentally flawed concept with significant constitutional obstacles.
The article highlights the political divide surrounding this proposal, with the INDIA bloc, an alliance of opposition parties, expressing unanimous opposition to 'One Nation, One Election.' The article also sheds light on the broader context of the debate, addressing recent accusations by Prime Minister Modi against the Congress party regarding its alleged intentions to abolish reservation for Dalits. Chidambaram vehemently rejects these allegations, emphasizing the Congress party's stance in favor of preserving and even expanding reservation measures. He criticizes Modi for spreading misinformation about the Congress's stance on reservation.
The article concludes with Chidambaram's critique of the BJP government in Haryana, specifically targeting the state's economic performance, unemployment rate, and agricultural woes. He calls for the people to vote for the Congress in the upcoming Haryana Assembly elections, promising to revive the state's growth and address its economic challenges. His criticisms further underscore the political tensions surrounding the upcoming elections and highlight the divergent policy approaches of the Congress and BJP.
Source: 'One nation, one election' not possible under present Constitution: Chidambaram