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Freebies

What 

• Freebies are promises made by several political parties in India in an attempt to buy the confidence of people to vote for these parties.


-ve Impact

1. Fiscal crisis of local govt

2. Huge drain on state resources

3. Gives advantage to the political party  

4. Creates a never-ending cycle of freebies


Steps taken 

1. Subramaniam Balaji Vs State of Tamil Nadu (2013) = SC find lack of provision & ask ECI to frame guidelines

2. In 2016, guidelines to check freebies included under Model Code of Conduct (MCC)


Wayforward

1. Role of Finance Commission

2. Demand-based freebies

3. Improving transparency

4. Educating the public

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