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One Nation, One Election in India: Opportunities and Challenges

Author(s) Mr. Adarsh Dwivedi, Mr. Amit Kumar Kushwaha
Country India
Abstract The idea of One Nation, One Election (ONOE) has re-emerged as a key electoral reform debate in India, aiming to synchronize elections for the Lok Sabha and State Legislative Assemblies. Rooted in India’s early post-independence practice from 1951 to 1967, this concept seeks to streamline the democratic process by reducing the frequency of elections, lowering electoral expenditure, and minimizing disruption to governance. This paper provides a comprehensive analysis of the ONOE proposal, examining its historical background, practical justifications, constitutional requirements, and federal implications. It highlights rising election costs, governance paralysis due to the Model Code of Conduct, voter fatigue, and resource inefficiencies as core motivations behind the reform. At the same time, it addresses major challenges such as the need for constitutional amendments, concerns over federal autonomy, logistical limitations, and political resistance. Comparative global experiences from countries like South Africa and Indonesia are also explored to provide context. The paper argues for a phased and consultative approach involving legal preparedness, political consensus, public engagement, and institutional strengthening. By combining legal analysis with administrative and political considerations, the study concludes that while ONOE has the potential to enhance India’s electoral integrity and governance stability, it must be implemented with caution and broad-based consensus to preserve the federal spirit and democratic values enshrined in the Constitution.
Keywords Simultaneous Elections, Electoral Reform, Indian Federalism, Constitutional Amendments, Voter Turnout
Field Sociology > Politics
Published In Volume 7, Issue 3, May-June 2025
Published On 2025-05-31
DOI https://doi.org/10.36948/ijfmr.2025.v07i03.46664
Short DOI https://doi.org/g9mvxr
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