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QuestionStarter topicIN: India (Country)Department: Election Commission of India · Independent body

Who is accountable

From the officers who run it up to the minister and the head of government. Names from the Government's official lists.

  1. Election Commission of India
  2. An independent constitutional body. It answers to Parliament and the President, not to a minister.

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Welfare & freebiesInitiated by: Portal

Should election freebies be allowed? If yes, which kinds?

India in Nutshell (starter topic)· 4 hours ago

Parties often promise free electricity, cash transfers, gadgets or loan waivers before elections. Supporters call these welfare that reaches people directly. Critics say they strain state finances and crowd out roads, schools and hospitals. The Supreme Court referred the question to a three-judge bench in 2022.

Vote in the poll, then explain your reasoning in the discussion.

Source: LiveLaw on the 2022 referral: livelaw.in/amp/top-stories/election-free…

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