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"The ballot is stronger than the bullet."
— Abraham Lincoln
India, the world’s largest democracy, is at a critical juncture where the need for comprehensive electoral reforms is being strongly felt. With the objective of ensuring free, fair, and more efficient electoral processes, the AIPPM convenes to deliberate on pressing issues surrounding electoral reforms.
Delimitation is the redrawing of the boundaries of parliamentary and assembly constituencies to reflect changes in population. With demographic shifts and population disparities growing between states, delimitation has become a contentious political and constitutional issue, especially in the context of regional representation and federal equity.
One Nation, One Election is a proposal to synchronize elections to the Lok Sabha and State Legislative Assemblies. While proponents argue it could reduce costs, improve governance continuity, and lessen the burden on administrative machinery, critics raise concerns about federalism, regional autonomy, and practical feasibility.
Delegates will engage in constructive debate, propose viable reform strategies, and build a consensus on the future of India's electoral architecture. The outcome of this dialogue must be able to pave the way for significant legislative and constitutional changes that reshape the democratic framework of the nation.