Opposition space
As India undergoes another monumental electoral exercise, the spotlight intensifies on the condition of its democratic institutions, particularly the role and effectiveness of the opposition.
As India undergoes another monumental electoral exercise, the spotlight intensifies on the condition of its democratic institutions, particularly the role and effectiveness of the opposition.
Addressing a massive election rally in Gaya, Bihar, he said the Congress had used the Constitution as a political weapon in the last 25 to 30 years.
The chief minister urged the electorate to read ‘Fatiha’ on their brand of politics through their votes.
The heated race for the 10 April general elections in South Korea ended with a landslide victory of the opposition bloc against President Yoon Suk Yeol’s governing People Power Party (PPP).
Mr Adhikari also ensured, paying no heed to model code of conduct that a permanent tea plantation worker will get Rs 350 a day when the BJP comes to power in Bengal.
Serampore MP Kalyan Banerjee on Sunday came down heavily on those misinterpreting and distorting the art of mimicry.
Asked about the suspension of a record 141 MPs this Winter Session, he said, “This calls for a serious introspection. Why has this happened?"
A total of 92 Opposition MPs have been suspended from Parliament since December 13.
Opposition MPs criticised the massive security lapse and expressed concerns regarding their safety inside the House.
The episode has provided fresh ammunition to the BJP, which is leaving no stone unturned to attack the Opposition Congress.