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Some politicians hold the same seat for decades. Term limits would make them step aside after a fixed number of terms. The case for It would bring in fresh leaders and ideas. It would make it harder for individuals and families to entrench themselves in power. The case against Voters would lose the freedom to re-elect a representative who is doing a good job. Experience would be lost, and power could shift to unelected officials. Where do you stand? Vote, then share your opinion - and say what would change your mind.

Some state is almost always in election mode. Holding all elections together, debated as "One Nation, One Election", would change that. The case for It would cut election costs and the disruption of repeated campaigns. Governments could focus on governing instead of the next election. The case against State issues could be drowned out by national campaigns. It is unclear what happens when a government falls mid-term, and states may lose autonomy. Where do you stand? Vote, then share your opinion - and say what would change your mind.

Elections cost enormous amounts of money, but voters often cannot see who is funding the parties asking for their vote. The case for Voters could see who might expect favours in return. Open, audited accounts would build trust in politics. The case against Donors to opposition parties could face pressure or harassment. Heavy compliance could burden small and new parties the most. Where do you stand? Vote, then share your opinion - and say what would change your mind.

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.