Congress criticized the government's clearance of simultaneous polls bills, calling it a diversionary tactic. They expressed concerns about the bills' impact on federalism and electoral integrity, citing Modi's past actions as inconsistent with the "one nation, one election" slogan. The party reiterated its stance that the concept violates the Constitution's basic structure.
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