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Action replay

The editorial "Action replay in Parliament" (March 22) highlights the sorry state of affairs in the democratic institution. Before every session, the Speaker makes a fervent appeal to all political parties for cooperation in conducting the proceedings smoothly. But this has become more of a ritual today. Only during obituary references is Parliament calm.

S. Janakiraman,
Coimbatore

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When the live telecast of parliamentary proceedings began, every one hoped that our representatives would behave better and discharge their duties more responsibly as the people had an opportunity to see them in action. But our MPs hardly seem to bother about public opinion.

S. Nallasivan,
Tirunelveli

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Unfortunately, most people with a vision and a broad outlook do not enter politics for obvious reasons. In fact, many do not even cast their votes. Unless we break this vicious cycle, there will be further deterioration in the political scenario.

N.S. Raja,
Tiruchi

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The quality of politics and politicians has declined alarmingly. The manner in which politicians conduct themselves — disrupt proceedings, force adjournments and clash in Parliament — is deplorable. Parliament, a pillar of democracy, has been reduced to a sorry state. It is time for urgent measures to arrest this decay.

Vinod Kumar Pillai,
Palayamkottai

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