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Electoral Bonds and Political Funding

Subject: Polity

Book: Indian Polity by M. Laxmikanth

A scheme introduced to increase transparency in political donations, allowing individuals/corporates to buy electoral bonds from authorized banks and donate them anonymously to political parties. Proponents argue it formalizes contributions, reducing black money in elections. Critics claim anonymity fosters potential favoritism and questionable corporate influence. The Supreme Court has heard pleas challenging the constitutionality due to lack of donor disclosure to the public. The Election Commission flagged possible undermining of transparency. This debate underscores the tension between donor privacy and public interest in fair, transparent elections. Understanding electoral bonds reveals the complexities of regulating money in India’s vibrant democratic process.

Practice Questions

संविधान संशोधन की प्रक्रिया में संसद के प्रत्येक सदन में कितने प्रतिशत मतों की आवश्यकता होती है?

Who is the ex-officio Chairman of the National Human Rights Commission of India?

संसद द्वारा विधेयक का पुनर्विचार किस अनुच्छेद के अंतर्गत संभव है?

Who is the first citizen of India?

राजनीतिक दलों की स्वतंत्रता किस अनुच्छेद में सुनिश्चित की गई है?

कार्यपालिका और विधानपालिका के बीच संतुलन किस सिद्धांत पर आधारित है?

Who among the following appoints the Chief Election Commissioner of India?

What is the procedure for impeachment of the President of India?

अभियोजक की नियुक्ति किस प्रावधान के तहत होती है?

नागरिकता की अवधारणा किस अनुच्छेद से शुरू होती है?