In this episode, Mr. Ashok Lavasa, retired IAS officer and former Election Commissioner of India, joins IRS Ravi Kapoor for an insightful discussion on the Election Commission of India’s role and its impact on free and fair elections.Topics Covered:Role and independence of the Election CommissionThe neutrality of the Election CommissionAppointment of Election Commissioners in IndiaEfficiency of Bihar's Special Intensive Revision (SIR) in electionsCan political parties influence election results?How to fix flaws in India's electoral systemMust-Listen for anyone interested in Indian governance and elections.About Ashok Lavasa:Ashok Lavasa, former Union Secretary in Civil Aviation, Environment, and Finance, shares his experience in high-profile cases and his principled dissent in election-related matters.Books by Ashok Lavasa:An Ordinary LifeEchoes of FaithAn Uncivil ServantFollow Ravi KapoorInstagram: @ravikapoorirsLinkedIn: Ravi KapoorTimestamps:0:00 - Introduction4:00 - Is the Election Commission truly neutral?20:12 - Election Commission vs Government powers28:30 - Bihar’s SIR Efficiency49:40 - Can political parties influence results?1:03:46 - How to fix a corrupt system

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