By The recent events in Devlatti village during the elections have once again highlighted the use of pressure tactics to influence voters. It is unfortunate that in a country like India, which is known for its democratic values, such practices still prevail. The use of pressure tactics during elections undermines the basic principles of democracy, which are based on free and fair elections.
In Devlatti village, people were reportedly pressured to vote against Dr. Anjali Nimbalkar, the incumbent MLA of Khanapur. The use of pressure tactics is illegal and violates the Model Code of Conduct. The Election Commission of India has taken cognizance of the matter and has ordered an investigation into the incident.
The use of pressure tactics during elections is not new in India. It has been a common practice for politicians to use various means to influence voters, including the use of money, muscle power, and even threats. This not only undermines the democratic process but also deprives people of their right to vote freely and fairly.
In a democracy, the people have the right to choose their leaders through free and fair elections. However, the use of pressure tactics undermines the very essence of democracy. It creates an environment of fear and coercion, which can prevent people from exercising their right to vote freely.
It is the responsibility of the Election Commission of India to ensure that the electoral process is free and fair. The Election Commission has taken several measures to ensure that the electoral process is conducted in a fair and transparent manner, including the appointment of election observers, strict implementation of the Model Code of Conduct, and the use of electronic voting machines.
More needs to be done to eliminate the use of pressure tactics during elections. The political parties and candidates must be held accountable for their actions and must be penalized if found guilty of violating the Model Code of Conduct.
