Should voting be compulsory in India?

A large share of eligible voters skip every general election. A few countries make voting compulsory and fine people who do not vote.

The case for

• Results would better reflect what the whole country wants.

• Leaders would have to pay attention to everyone, not just the groups that turn out.

The case against

• Forced votes may be uninformed or random.

• Enforcing it across India would be hard and could end up punishing the poor; not voting is also a choice.

Where do you stand? Vote, then share your opinion - and say what would change your mind.