Medieval Politics? Controversial New Bills Under Fire
Rahul Gandhi criticizes new bills allowing the removal of political leaders if detained for serious charges. He likens this move to medieval practices. Congress leaders argue the bills undermine democracy, fearing they grant excessive powers to the ruling party over opposition figures.
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In a fiery critique, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi accused the government of pushing India back to 'medieval times' through new controversial bills that enable the removal of prime ministers and chief ministers if detained for serious criminal charges for 30 consecutive days.
The bills, introduced in Parliament on Wednesday, have sparked intense debate. Gandhi condemned them as tools for undermining democratically-elected officials at the whims of the ruling party, likening the situation to draconian medieval practices where rulers could eliminate anyone they disliked.
Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge echoed these concerns, alleging that these legislative moves dangerously concentrate power with the ruling party, severely curtailing meaningful debate and scrutiny in Parliament. Critics warn these laws might destabilize opposition-governed states.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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