The Congress party has released its detailed manifesto for the upcoming 2024 Lok Sabha Elections, titled "Nyay Patra". The manifesto, spanning over 48 pages, focuses on five pillars of justice and 25 guarantees under them. During the unveiling of the manifesto, party leaders Mallikarjun Kharge and Rahul Gandhi alleged that PM Modi has a monopoly in political finance through the use of central agencies, and claim that various opposition leaders are joining BJP out of fear of their wrongdoings being exposed.
Congress For Change: A Manifestation of Justice and Inclusion
The Indian National Congress, one of the oldest and most prominent political parties in the country, has unveiled its manifesto for the upcoming 2024 Lok Sabha Elections. Titled "Nyay Patra" (Document of Justice), the manifesto outlines the party's vision for a more just and equitable society.
Background
The Congress party has a long history of advocating for social justice and economic reforms. In the past, the party has implemented various landmark policies, such as the Land Acquisition Act, the Right to Information Act, and the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MNREGA).
Key Proposals of the Nyay Patra
The Nyay Patra revolves around five pillars of justice:
Under these pillars, the manifesto outlines 25 specific guarantees, including:
Controversies and Allegations
During the unveiling of the manifesto, party leaders Mallikarjun Kharge and Rahul Gandhi accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi of monopolizing political finance and using central agencies to harass opposition leaders. They claimed that various opposition leaders have joined the BJP out of fear of their wrongdoings being exposed.
FAQs
1. What are the key differences between the Congress and BJP manifestos?
The Congress manifesto focuses on economic and social justice, while the BJP manifesto emphasizes national security, economic development, and Hindu nationalism.
2. What is the NYAY scheme?
NYAY is a minimum income guarantee scheme that would provide a monthly cash transfer of ₹7,200 to the poorest 20% of Indian households.
3. How does the Congress plan to finance its manifesto promises?
The Congress has not yet released specific details on how it will finance its manifesto promises. However, the party has pledged to introduce progressive taxation and reduce government expenditure on non-essential items.
4. What is the Congress's stance on Article 370?
The Congress has pledged to restore Article 370, which granted special status to Jammu and Kashmir.
5. What is the Congress's history of implementing social welfare policies?
The Congress has a long history of implementing social welfare policies, including the Land Acquisition Act, the Right to Information Act, and the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MNREGA).
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