Jan 31, 2021, 15:47 IST
Andhra Pradesh State Election Commissioner Nimmagadda Ramesh Kumar has finally sought an explanation after receiving criticism coming from all quarters over the panchayat election manifesto released by TDP president N Chandrababu Naidu. The SEC on Saturday issued notice to Telugu Desam Party (TDP) seeking response on a complaint filed by YSR Congress Party with regards to the manifesto released by the TDP Chief N Chandrababu Naidu on the 28th of this month. As per the notice it is said that a complaint was received from YSR Congress Party with regard to the Panchayat Elections manifesto released by TDP.
Are Panchayat Elections in Maharashtra a Festival of Democracy or a Maratha Festival?
Studies of how rural democracy works in âprogressiveâ Maharashtra suggest the very high turnout for gram panchayat elections masks continuing inequality and incivility.
Supporters welcome winning candidates during counting day of the gram panchayat elections in Thane district, January 18, 2021. Photo: PTI
Politics19/Jan/2021
If regular elections and active voter participation in panchayat elections are understood as key for the success of democracy, then Maharashtra, like most of India, does indeed have a vibrant democracy. But does this democracy reduce inequality between sexes and castes? Do the marginal groups have an assertive voice? Does this democracy promote associational feeling across social groups?