TAINTED SHOULD BE OUT OF POLITICS

The induction of Sanjay Dutt to Indian political arena under the banner of Samajwadi party is unfortunate in that it is showcasing the quality of Indian democracy which is known globally for empowering candidates with criminal records.

Sanjay Dutt had been earlier found guilty for unlawful possession of weapons by TADA court and convicted for a jail term. Amar Singh appears to be wanting to capitalise on Dutt's "Munnabhai" reputation to gather votes. What he does not want to understand is that by fielding a candidate with a record of conviction, he is encouraging people with tainted records to be elected to public office.

If good governance has to become a reality in India, candidates with history sheets should be debarred for life from contesting in polls. If Satyam fiasco has tarnished the brand equity of India Inc., the admission of Sanjay Dutt to Samajwadi party will damage the image of our democratic set up.
TAINTED SHOULD BE OUT OF POLITICS

The induction of Sanjay Dutt to Indian political arena under the banner of Samajwadi party is unfortunate in that it is showcasing the quality of Indian democracy which is known globally for empowering candidates with criminal records.

Sanjay Dutt had been earlier found guilty for unlawful possession of weapons by TADA court and convicted for a jail term. Amar Singh appears to be wanting to capitalise on Dutt's "Munnabhai" reputation to gather votes. What he does not want to understand is that by fielding a candidate with a record of conviction, he is encouraging people with tainted records to be elected to public office.

If good governance has to become a reality in India, candidates with history sheets should be debarred for life from contesting in polls. If Satyam fiasco has tarnished the brand equity of India Inc., the admission of Sanjay Dutt to Samajwadi party will damage the image of our democratic set up.