75th Constitution Anniversary Sparks Heated Lok Sabha Debate
Special Discussion in Parliament in honor of the 75th anniversary of the adoption of the Constitution is also expected to kick off on the same day with the Cabinet’s decision. The special sitting is set for two days from noon Friday, December 13 the Lok Sabha’s biggest debate yet with the leaders of both ruling and opposition bands most likely putting in their weight on the occasion. Rajnath Singh, the Defence Minister, will open the discussions while Prime Minister Modi will conclude the same on December 14.
Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, the freshly elected MP from Wayanad, is due to make her first speech in the debate, bringing fresh air and voice to it. Some of the principal opposition leaders are TR Balu, A Raja of the DMK, and the Trinamool Congress MPs Kalyan Banerjee and Mahua Moitra, who have trained their guns against the government’s position. The Congress and the BJP have issued a whip to their members to be present in force for what could be a tense session.
Opposition Alarmed at Autocracy and Governance
The winter session of Parliament, which began on the 25th of November, has already suffered major disruptions and frequent adjournments. The discussion on the Constitution’s legacy affords a timely opportunity to dissect systemic problems. Rahul Gandhi, the Opposition leader, reiterated the importance of having a serious discussion on it, as he said: “This anniversary is an occasion to reflect on the Constitution’s relevance and the governance issues plaguing our democracy today.” If Kharge’s call goes for discussions on “One Nation, One Election”, it gives a tag of intervention into their demand to discuss deteriorating democratic institutions. “The Constitution enshrines a bastion of democracy, but it is, nevertheless, being compromised under the good governance practices [Current ruling party]”, Kharge quoted in mocking tones, further adding to the Congress’s fears.
Prominence from Both Camps to Take Weigh In
The debate will be attended by several key NDA leaders including HD Kumaraswamy, Srikant Shinde, Anupriya Patel, and Jiten Ram Manjhi. These leaders are anticipated to justify the “One Nation, One Election” policy as a progressive idea aimed at flattening the electoral framework and promoting efficiency in administration.
On the opposition side, the dissenting voices may have issues of federalism and perhaps a drift to conflagrate one of the multiparty systems. TR Balu and A Raja of the DMK had earlier berated the bill as eroding the federal system established in the Constitution. On the other hand, trenchermen Indian politician and fierce actor Mahua Moitra of Trinamool Congress seems to have bulked up serious criticism on behalf of many who don’t condone the government’s approach to legislating issues of national concern.
Opposition Raises Alarm Over Autonomy and Governance
As Parliament goes beyond the third week, progressively the winter session is a venue for clashes and scrimmages. The Constitution issue that is central to the “One Nation, One Election” solution shapes the clear dichotomy between the ruling coalition and the opposing sides. In the case of the government, it is a perfect chance to display policy changes and improve the image of government institutions. In support of the opposition, it is an opportunity to bring out what they have for long claimed are failures and dangers to constitutional principles and values.
