MOHAMMAD ZIYAUDDIN
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Jaipur: The Central Government is determined to implement ‘One Nation, One Election’, as it is in the national interest, Union Law Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal said on Saturday.
Speaking at an event, Meghwal emphasized that simultaneous Lok Sabha and assembly elections were successfully held in 1952, 1957, 1962, and 1967.
“The initiative is in the national interest. The Election Commission, NITI Aayog, and the high-level committee led by former President Ram Nath Kovind have already given their consent. The Cabinet approved it after that,” he stated.
Parliamentary Panel Reviewing the Proposal
Meghwal revealed that two bills proposing simultaneous elections have been introduced in the Lok Sabha and are currently under review by a 39-member parliamentary panel.
The panel is also examining a constitutional amendment required to implement the reform.
Discussions are ongoing with various social organizations to gather insights and feedback.
Meghwal on New Criminal Laws and Value-Based Education
Apart from electoral reforms, Meghwal also addressed the importance of value-based education and legal reforms.
He highlighted that the three new criminal laws, which came into effect in July 2023, integrate spiritual and moral values.
He stressed the need for value-driven education in academic institutions.
Event Highlights
The minister was in Jaipur to inaugurate the third academic block of a private university.
Rajasthan High Court Judge Justice Anil Kumar Upman spoke about the importance of legal education and ethical values in upholding law and justice.
Jaipur MP Manju Sharma and Bagru MLA Kailash Verma were also present at the event.
With the One Nation, One Election policy gaining momentum, all eyes are now on how the parliamentary panel’s recommendations will shape the future of India’s electoral system.
