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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

Which of the following is the highest court of appeal in India?

आपातकाल की घोषणा किस अनुच्छेद के तहत की जा सकती है?

विधान सभा के चुनाव में किस निर्वाचन प्रणाली का उपयोग होता है?

न्यायपालिका की संरचना में किसका प्रमुख योगदान होता है?

Who among the following can recommend the dissolution of the Lok Sabha?

राष्ट्रपति द्वारा दी जाने वाली शपथ किस अनुच्छेद में प्रावधिक है?

What is the term of office for a Governor of a state in India?

What is the maximum number of judges in the Supreme Court of India?

राज्यों के बीच शक्तियों का संतुलन किस सिद्धांत पर आधारित है?

विधेयक पारित करने की प्रक्रिया किस प्रावधान के अंतर्गत आती है?