Special Report: Experts Debate Money Power and Urgent Electoral Reforms in India

On this Special Report, the focus is on the urgent need for electoral reforms in India. Panelists discuss the government's push for simultaneous elections while arguing that the real issues—money power and entry barriers—remain unaddressed. One expert highlights how corporate funding bans are necessary, proposing a national election fund to curb abuse. Another argues that the 'first-past-the-post' system fuels vote buying, suggesting proportional representation as a solution to ensure a level playing field and inner-party democracy. The discussion emphasizes that systemic changes, rather than just technical fixes, are required to strengthen public faith in the election process.