One Nation One Election Bill

December 17, 2024 3:50 PM

‘One Nation, One Election’ Bill introduced in Lok Sabha amid Opposition protests

The Constitution (One Hundred and Twenty-Ninth Amendment) Bill, 2024, commonly known as the 'One Nation, One Election' Bill, was introduced in the Lok Sabha on Tuesday, proposing simultaneous elections for the Lok Sabha and state assemblies. Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla announced the results of the vote on the Bill's introduction, with 269 members voting in favour and 196 opposing it. Law Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal formally presented the Bill and requested that it be referred to a Joint Parliame...

December 17, 2024 5:20 PM

India moves towards simultaneous elections to streamline governance and reduce costs

India's democratic framework, known for its vibrant electoral process, could soon witness a significant transformation with the introduction of the One Nation, One Election concept. This proposal aims to synchronize the election cycles of the Lok Sabha and State Legislative Assemblies, allowing citizens to vote for both national and state governments on the same day. The approach seeks to tackle the logistical challenges, cost burdens, and disruptions caused by the frequent and fragmented nature...

December 17, 2024 10:45 AM

Centre to introduce ‘One Nation, One Election’ Bill in Lok Sabha today

The Centre is set to introduce the 'One Nation, One Election' (ONOP) Bill in the Lok Sabha today at noon, marking a significant step towards the proposal to hold simultaneous elections for the Lok Sabha and state assemblies across India. The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has issued a three-line whip to all its MPs, urging them to be present in the House during the introduction of the bill. The agenda for today’s Lok Sabha session includes the Constitution (One Hundred and Twenty-Ninth Amendmen...