BJP's Election Funds 75 Times Greater Than Congress: Maken
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Congress treasurer Ajay Maken revealed in the Rajya Sabha that the BJP possesses 75 times more funds than the Congress in its official election account. Maken argued that this resource imbalance undermines the level playing field necessary for a healthy democracy.
He accused the government of using agencies like the Enforcement Directorate and Income Tax Department to deprive the Congress of funds and prevent donations. Maken also alleged bias on the part of the Election Commission, citing examples like the Bihar government's scheme rollout during the Model Code of Conduct.
मुख्य तथ्य
BJP's bank balance increased from ₹87.96 crore in 2004 to ₹10,107.2 crore in 2024.
Congress's bank balance increased from ₹38.48 crore in 2004 to ₹133.97 crore in 2024.
BJP had ₹10,107.2 crore, while the Congress had ₹133.97 crore in 2024.
Ajay Maken accused the government of using the Enforcement Directorate and Income Tax Department against the Congress.
UPSC परीक्षा के दृष्टिकोण
Role of Election Commission in ensuring fair elections
Impact of money power on electoral outcomes
Transparency and accountability in political funding
Use of investigative agencies during elections
दृश्य सामग्री
और जानकारी
पृष्ठभूमि
नवीनतम घटनाक्रम
बहुविकल्पीय प्रश्न (MCQ)
1. Consider the following statements regarding the Election Commission of India (ECI): 1. The ECI is a constitutional body responsible for conducting free and fair elections to the Parliament and State Legislatures. 2. The ECI has the power to disqualify candidates found guilty of electoral malpractices. 3. The expenses of the ECI are charged on the Consolidated Fund of India. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
उत्तर देखें
सही उत्तर: D
All three statements are correct. The ECI is a constitutional body (Article 324), has powers to disqualify candidates, and its expenses are charged on the Consolidated Fund of India.
2. In the context of recent discussions on political funding, which of the following statements accurately describes the Electoral Bond Scheme?
उत्तर देखें
सही उत्तर: C
Electoral Bonds can be redeemed only by political parties registered under Section 29A of the Representation of the People Act, 1951. The other statements are incorrect.
3. Which of the following is NOT a recommendation of the Dinesh Goswami Committee related to electoral reforms?
उत्तर देखें
सही उत्तर: B
The Dinesh Goswami Committee recommended state funding of elections, strengthening the Election Commission's powers, and the introduction of EVMs. It did not recommend banning opinion polls.
4. Assertion (A): A significant disparity in financial resources between political parties can undermine the principle of free and fair elections. Reason (R): Unequal access to media, campaign resources, and outreach capabilities can create an uneven playing field, favoring parties with greater financial strength. In the context of the above statements, which of the following is correct?
उत्तर देखें
सही उत्तर: A
Both the assertion and the reason are true, and the reason correctly explains why a disparity in financial resources can undermine free and fair elections.
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