Explained: Constitutional Amendments Needed For 'One Nation, One Election'
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The government's announcement yesterday of a special session of parliament from September 18 to 22 had led to speculation that the government would table a bill for "One Nation, One Election" in the session.
The possibility of a "One Nation, One Election" policy, or simultaneous nationwide polls, will be examined by a new committee headed by ex President Ram Nath Kovind.The government's announcement yesterday of a special session of parliament from September 18 to 22 had led to speculation that the government would table a bill for "One Nation, One Election" in the session.
It will take far more time to move on the colossal exercise to hold elections across the country - the Centre and states - in one go, sources point out.
For one, it will need at least four constitutional amendments. The articles that would require amending are:
