Can the Indian Electoral System be Regarded as Structurally Inadequate for Substantive Democratic Representation? Revisiting the Tarkunde Committee in Contemporary Perspective Introduction The Indian electoral system, anchored in universal adult franchise and periodic elections, is widely regarded as one of the largest and most resilient democratic mechanisms in the world. Yet, beneath its procedural robustness … Continue reading Can the Indian electoral system be regarded as structurally inadequate for ensuring substantive democratic representation? To what extent do the recommendations of the Tarkunde Committee remain relevant in addressing contemporary challenges in Indian electoral politics?