Democracy or something like it…

             It seems like the ‘Anna Wave’ has lost its mojo. Corruption wins in India, again.

             Let’s put some things in perspective.

           

            We have a Prime Minister who is very well educated and has an impeccable personal reputation. He is trusted on the international platforms and demands high regards from across the political spectrum. As far as his political skills are concerned, there is no doubt that he is not wired for it. He has, and is been played along. I wonder how he would be feeling; knowing that he most certainly can fix the issues, if only he had the ‘power’ that comes with his post.

            I really think that if it was some one else holding the premiership of the nation, he/she would have certainly been booted out by the opposition and public, because of the recent corruption scandals. It’s funny how things work in the so-called Democracy. Majority of the People are against corruption and hence oppose the ruling party, but the same majority also like the Prime minister of the corrupt ruling party. Given the major political parties we have, and there leaders, it’s like picking your poison, either way common man is going to suffer!!

            If this is democracy do we really need one? Should we look for an alternative political system?

            India has tremendous potential and the world knows it, but democratic politics is hindering her progress. Both, economic and social lives are affected because of political leaderships. Should we go for constitutional change?

            This might sound foolish, crazy and stupid but desperate times need desperate measures! I propose to appoint Mr. ManMohan Singh as PM for a two year period and demolish the current constitution for that period. Mr. Vajpayee (another person with an impeccable reputation) should be the President. Criminal proceeding against the political leaders and government officials should be put on fast track. Bureaucrats should be given final authority on any public project and should be personally liable. I understand there will definitely be a major international backlash, but it will be manageable as we will have the time table to get back to democratic values. Domestically it will not be easy, as our great corrupt political souls will get-together to defeat this motion.

            This might be just a ‘dream’ but when present is so troubled there is no harm in closing your eyes for a moment and live in world that ‘could have been’…