Concept of simultaneous elections not new to India, says govt in explainer

India's government is revisiting the practice of simultaneous elections for the Lok Sabha and state assemblies, citing its prevalence from 1951 to 1967. Premature dissolutions and extensions disrupted this cycle, leading to staggered elections. Simultaneous polls are believed to promote better governance by reducing election-related distractions and allowing a greater focus on development and public welfare.