Former Chief Justices J.S. Khehar and D.Y. Chandrachud appeared before the Parliamentary Committee on One Nation One Election, sharing insights on legal feasibility. Their presence signals judiciary’s growing role in shaping electoral reforms.
Former Chief Justices of India, J.S. Khehar and D.Y. Chandrachud, are engaging with the parliamentary committee reviewing the simultaneous election bill during its eighth meeting on Friday.
Sources indicate that both jurists believe the idea of “one nation, one election” does not violate the basic structure of the Constitution; however, they have raised concerns about the extent of authority granted to the Election Commission under the proposed legislation.
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They also provided suggestions while reflecting on the evolution of the parliamentary democracy in India.
The Joint Committee of Parliament, chaired by BJP MP P.P. Chaudhary, has been consulting with legal experts and jurists as it formulates recommendations on the bill.
Previously, two other former Chief Justices of India, U.U. Lalit and Ranjan Gogoi, have also presented their views to the committee.
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While they did not challenge the constitutionality of simultaneous elections, they raised questions about certain elements of the bill and offered their insights.
The One Nation One Election (ONOE) proposal aims to synchronize the Lok Sabha and state assembly elections across India. Supporters argue that this will reduce election costs and administrative burdens, while critics believe it could impact federalism and local governance.
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