New Delhi, Aug. 22 -- A high-powered discussion on the proposed "One Nation, One Election" reform unfolded at the Delhi High Court auditorium today, drawing union Ministers, senior jurists, and members of the legal community.
While billed as a debate, the event largely saw strong endorsements of the idea of simultaneous polls, with speakers highlighting its constitutional validity, economic benefits, and governance efficiency.
Union Law Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal defended the proposal, stressing that the concept was first mooted in 1982 and was not a hurried move. "Only Prime Minister Narendra Modi can implement this. The Model Code of Conduct brings governance to a halt and affects education. One Nation, One Election will raise GDP by 1....