In a significant move, more than 100 former civil servants from both Central and State governments, united under the Constitutional Conduct Group, issued a joint statement on May 18. They urged the President of India to preserve, protect, and defend the Constitution and the law, emphasizing their commitment to the ideals enshrined in the Constitution of India.
The signatories, on behalf of the citizens of India, reminded authorities and institutions responsible for the democratic process of their paramount duty to uphold the Constitution. They reiterated the oath taken by these officials at the time of assuming office.
“Elections are a particularly testing time for institutions that are constitutionally vested with the responsibility of ensuring the integrity and fairness of elections. These include the higher judiciary, the election commission, chief electoral officers in every state, and returning officers in every district,” the statement read.
The group highlighted the necessity for these institutions not only to be fair but also to appear fair, reassuring citizens through transparent and accountable functioning, and continuously sharing information with the electorate.
Addressing concerns regarding the ongoing elections, the statement pointed out issues such as fears of EVM and VVPAT machine tampering….
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