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One Nation One Election, Cabinet Clears the Plan
Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced that the Union Cabinet has approved simultaneous One nation, one election plan. This decision aligns Lok Sabha and state Assembly polls, streamlining the electoral process. The move aims to enhance efficiency and reduce election-related costs and complexities across India. The panel, chaired by former President Ram Nath Kovind, submitted its report in March, just before the Lok Sabha election announcement. The report’s timing generated interest, fueling discussions about its possible influence on the upcoming political landscape. The Union Cabinet has officially approved the “One Nation, One Election” proposal, aiming to synchronize elections across India. This landmark decision will align Lok Sabha and state Assembly elections,…