LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
A silent ECI
It is a matter of deep concern that the communal vitriol in the election campaign has reached an all-time thanks to the Election Commission’s silence (“Modi brings up Godhra train burning at poll rally in Bihar,” May 6). The Prime Minister's recent remarks and Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath’s reckless statement alleging that Congress will impose a tax similar to “Aurangazeb's jizya tax” are some of the examples. Why is the EC not intervening in these matters? The people are turning increasingly sceptical about the ability of the EC to ensure a free and fair election.
J. Anantha Padmanabhan Tiruchi
Knowing is important
The Supreme Court has said candidates are not barred from contesting in more than one constituency in one poll simultaneously, and has chosen to leave the matter to Parliament. There have been many instances of leaders contesting from more than one seat. However, the question arises if it is incumbent on the candidate to declare to their electorates of their intention to contest from more than one constituency before the polls. Voters may may not like to vote for a candidate who is contesting from more than one seat as that candidate may even choose to give up that seat later. The Wayanad electorate did not know about Rahul Gandhi’s decision when they voted, which was material to their own decision-making. Gopalaswamy J.
Chennai
Women’s safety
Hats o to the RLD national spokesperson (“RLD spokesperson quits party over BJP's ticket to Brij Bhushan’s son,” May 5). BJP leaders who preach about women’s safety should have been cautious while nominating candidates. It is also shocking that the party allied with the JDS despite knowing about Prajwal Revanna’s exploits, despite receiving warnings about the sex abuse videos.
N. Mahadevan
Chennai
The Prime Minister has not said a word about Prajwal Revanna. Earlier, he did not say anything about the Manipuri women who were paraded naked. India has a long way to go in ensuring women's safety. Kshirasagara Balaji Rao Hyderabad
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