Dramatic change in composition of lok sabha in 2026 requires a balance between democratic and federal principles in the Indian Constitution. Examine. (200 Words)
Refer - The Hindu
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IAS Parliament 3 years
KEY POINTS
· The Indian Constitution may face an unprecedented crisis in 2026 when there will be a dramatic change in the composition of the Lok Sabha.
· Since 1976, seats in the Lok Sabha have reflected the 1971 census and have not taken into account changes in the population.
· The primary reason for this has been unequal population growth among States.
· Post 2026,there will be a seismic shift in national power towards India’s poorest and most populated States, which is sure to generate much resentment among the States.
· In a democratic set up, all citizens are equal and are thus entitled to equal representation in governance.
· But this would imply that bigger States are likely to dominate the national conversation over smaller States.
For a better balance
· The powers of States vis-à-vis the Centre contained in the Lists and in the provisions dealing with altering boundaries of States must be increased.
· The role and composition of the Rajya Sabha, our House of States, must be expanded.
· Constitutional change and the change in financial redistribution between the States must require the consent of all or nearly all States.
· Serious thought must be given to breaking up the biggest States into smaller units that will not by themselves dominate the national conversation.
Athenia 3 years
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