Kerala Assembly Opposes 'One Nation, One Election' Proposal

The Kerala assembly has unanimously passed a resolution urging the central government to retract its approval for the 'one nation, one election' proposal. The assembly labeled it as undemocratic and unconstitutional, arguing it undermines the federal structure and could prematurely end state and local governments' terms.

The Kerala assembly has strongly opposed the central government's approval of the 'one nation, one election' proposal. Passed unanimously, the resolution describes the move as both undemocratic and unconstitutional.

Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan's representative, Parliamentary Affairs Minister M B Rajesh, argued the proposal threatens India's federal system and diversity, potentially shortening the terms of various state assemblies and local governments.

The assembly contends that simultaneous elections undermine constitutional principles and impose the BJP and RSS agenda, despite the high-level committee's recommendation for synchronization of polls.

(With inputs from agencies.)