Question

Write down the demerits of electoral competition

Answer 1

Some of the demerits of electoral competition in India are :

1.It creates a sense of disunity and 'factionalism' in every locality.

2.Different political parties and leaders often level allegations against one another.

3.Parties and candidates often use dirty tricks to win elections.

4.Some people say that this pressure to win electoral fights does not allow sensible long-term policies to be formulated.

5.Some good people who may wish to serve the country do not enter this arena as they do not like the idea of being dragged into unhealthy competition