India’s Election Commission now has three members after Rajiv Gandhi’s reforms
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AI-generated summary of the coverage listed below: The Election Commission of India (ECI) now operates with a three‑member panel, a structure that was introduced during Rajiv Gandhi’s tenure to give the majority a decisive voice. The change has led to public disputes, such as the recent Special Intensive Revision exercise, and earlier controversies involving former Chief Election Commissioner Seshan and Ashok Lavasa. The multi‑member format is intended to balance power but has sparked debate over its impact on electoral fairness. QUOTE: "the very existence of a three-member Election Commission was once considered anathema by both the government and the judiciary." — OpIndia
Covered by 2 outlets across the spectrum: 0% left, 0% center, 100% right.
Who is covering this story
- Right-leaning (2): Times of India, OpIndia
Sources
- The Backstory: When EC disagreements went public, from Seshan to Lavasa — Times of India (right-leaning)
- Why India has 3 Election Commissioners: How Rajiv Gandhi changed composition of ECI to exert political control — OpIndia (right-leaning)