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Praveen Chakravarty Criticises 50% Rise in Lok Sabha Seats
✍️ The Hindu
🗓 17 Aug 2026, 02:41 AM
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Praveen Chakravarty has warned that a uniform 50% increase in Lok Sabha seats would mislead voters, calling it a deceptive move.
Praveen Chakravarty, a political analyst, has voiced concerns over the proposed uniform 50% increase in Lok Sabha seats. He argues that such a change could distort the representation of various regions and mislead the electorate.
Chakravarty’s remarks come amid discussions about expanding the lower house to accommodate growing population and regional demands. He cautions that the move may be used to manipulate political outcomes rather than serve democratic principles.
The proposal has sparked debate among lawmakers and civil society groups, with some supporting the expansion for better representation and others, like Chakravarty, warning of potential misuse.
Chakravarty’s remarks come amid discussions about expanding the lower house to accommodate growing population and regional demands. He cautions that the move may be used to manipulate political outcomes rather than serve democratic principles.
The proposal has sparked debate among lawmakers and civil society groups, with some supporting the expansion for better representation and others, like Chakravarty, warning of potential misuse.