Page-39 of GS-II: Constitution of India & Polity

Examine the key provisions of Electoral Bond Scheme. To what extent is it committed to maintain transparency in political funding? Argue. []

Electoral bond scheme was announced by Finance Minister Arun Jaitley in budget 2017 as an instrument to cleanse the electoral funding. Since inception, election financing is done by anonymous cash donations. Electoral bonds are the best approach to break the ..

Comment on the significance of the Model Code of Conduct in ensuring electoral integrity in India.

The Model Code of Conduct (MCC) plays a decisive role in upholding the integrity of elections in India. Though not a statutory law, it is crucial for ensuring free and fair electoral processes. The MCC is activated as soon as ..