Should you vote in the elections in India?

Discussion in 'General Chat' started by JodhaAkbar, Apr 28, 2009.

  1. #1
    April 30 is the Voting Day in Mumbai, Thane, and some other parts of Maharashtra and few other states in India. I am sure many of us now agree that today’s India symbolizes YOUTH and so are today’s politicians - well, would-be politicians. I was equally excited at the thought that I will be voting for the first time from Thane (Maharashtra) constituency. However, as the V-Day is nearing, my anxiety, confusion, and dilemma is increasing.

    The most important question is: Should I Vote? What will I gain, and how real / feasible are the gains?

    I have discussed more @ it here: Should you vote in this elections?. Tell me what do you think? Your opinions may help me arrive at a better decision. Comment here as well as on my blog to help people like me...
     
    JodhaAkbar, Apr 28, 2009 IP
  2. RightMan

    RightMan Notable Member

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    I am a bit surprised as well as little sad at your question. The more correct question should have been...'Who do you think should I vote for?'

    Voting is your fundamental right and by not exercising the same, you are not helping your country get a good government.
    It is very disheartening that only 50% of the Indian population caste their vote and the sad part is that out of this 50%, the party gaining the majority gets only 20% of the votes, which simply means, we let people run our country who are supported by not more than 10% of our population! :(

    Hence, throw away the dilemma and definitely caste your vote!

    Regards,

    RightMan
     
    RightMan, Apr 28, 2009 IP
  3. deluxdon

    deluxdon Catch Me If You Can...!!!™ Staff

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    Definately going to vote without fail. Without voting we don't have any right to asking questions to our politicians :rolleyes: Everyone needs to vote IMO.

    DON.
     
    deluxdon, Apr 28, 2009 IP
  4. Digital_shubhi

    Digital_shubhi Illustrious Member

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    Yup , Sure !!

    In fact everyone should vote. :) We have the right to vote. :)

    - Digital -
     
    Digital_shubhi, Apr 28, 2009 IP
  5. fancymouj

    fancymouj Peon

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    sachin410 Illustrious Member

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    Yup...I am going to vote....for the first time.....got my voter's card just a few days back.

    Actually, I don't think there is a need for me to vote....the BJP candidate is sure to win in our constituency...:D.

    However, I want to know how this whole process works and so I will be going this time.
     
    sachin410, Apr 28, 2009 IP
  7. Bohra

    Bohra Prominent Member

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    Actually this question for is no more valid coz 2 phases of elections are already completed . Pune was in phase 2. Unfortunately out here there were many ppls name not in the voters list some even after having voters card.
     
    Bohra, Apr 28, 2009 IP
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    jony4u Peon

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    yeah, coz its gr8 responsibiliy to select the right candidate...
     
    jony4u, Apr 28, 2009 IP
  9. musichangout.com

    musichangout.com Well-Known Member

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    Yeah, every citizen should use him weapon ( vote) , I had already used it, in 1st phase of elections :D.
     
    musichangout.com, Apr 29, 2009 IP
  10. swalihmcmr

    swalihmcmr Member

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    yeah...sure .... but be wise ....
     
    swalihmcmr, Apr 29, 2009 IP
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    anildewani Peon

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    I haven't got my voter card yet :(
    I will not be able to vote this year :D

    Those who are voting, please be wise and think before you vote
    good luck
     
    anildewani, Apr 29, 2009 IP
  12. sar420

    sar420 Notable Member

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    Obviously, everyone who is eligible andable to vote should vote
     
    sar420, May 6, 2009 IP
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    Of course every citizen must vote when it is required in every country. It is an obligation.
     
    meryhill, May 6, 2009 IP
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    I could not vote :mad: they messed up my voter's card!! - Read more
     
    uttoransen, May 6, 2009 IP