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'129th Constitution Amendment Bill does not disturb federal character'

The Law Commission of India presented its views to a joint parliamentary committee. It stated the 129th Constitution Amendment Bill for simultaneous Lok Sabha and state assembly elections is constitutional. The commission emphasized that the bill respects India's quasi-federal structure. It also clarified that the right to vote is statutory, not fundamental.

5 Dec 2025 8:15 am