Dance of democracy or death of democracy in Maharashtra? A TOI poll

1.TV channels and social media are full of videos of MLAs secretly moving around the country—running away from their party and people. What's the first thought that comes to your mind on watching these videos?

Sadness, at our democracy
Anger, at our politicians
Frustration, as a voter
Happiness, for freedom of choice

2.Do you think Maharashtra MLAs have gone to Surat and then Guwahati on their own will?

Yes, they are free to go anywhere
No, why else will they be kept holed in opposition-ruled states

3.What's happening in Maharashtra is

Dirty politics and horse-trading of MLAs
A political masterstroke

4.Does anti-defection law matter anymore?

Yes, you at least need some numbers to break away
No, the defectors get rewarded in other ways

5.Should voters have the right to recall a representative if she/he switches parties?

Yes, in India elections are fought between parties and on party symbols
No, switching parties allows politicians to overcome lack of inner-party democracy

6.Do you think money power plays a big role in times like these?

Yes, why else would MLAs from a ruling party jump ship
No, it is politics that determines such moves

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What’s going on in Maharashtra isn’t just about the potential fall of a government or deep division in a political party. It’s also about ensuring that democracy prevails. Take this 2-minute poll and tell us what you think