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Problems with PR system

The people who argue against the PR feel that it will not accommodate the concerns and interests of the miniscule or smaller castes and religions. Because of their smaller number of votes, these areas may not get any representation in the Parliament.

While FPTP may not be representative enough, PR may put smaller and regional parties at an unfair disadvantage. Ultimately, we will have to first decide what we want out of its elections and then choose the electoral system that works for those goals.


 

5. Critically discuss the major reforms introduced in the area of electoral funding in Union Budget 2017. Do you think that state funding of elections is a viable idea to check misuse of money power in politics?Answer: