The government’s strategy to opt for a joint session to get around the contentious issue of ordinances is making a mockery of our democratic system (“ > Centre hints at joint session route for Bills ,” Feb.24). Democracy is all about accommodating divergent views and reaching a consensus. The Modi government should reach out to the Opposition more aggressively to win itself support. The Bills may be crucial to reviving growth and imparting momentum to the economic system, but moving without the Opposition will cause hurt to the processes of democratic consultation.
K. Naresh Reddy,
Hyderabad
It is evident that the government is frantic and is viewing this more as an issue that involves its prestige than as a core national issue. The purpose of debates in the Rajya Sabha is to take a rational look at legislation passed in the Lok Sabha and to avoid gross mistakes that may have occurred in the process. Today, the government looks at the Upper House merely as an opportunity to settle scores with political opponents. Nothing could be more unfortunate.
A.G. Rajmohan,
Anantapur
