The Law Commission told a Joint Parliamentary Committee on December 4, 2025, that the power given to the Election Commission in the Bill for simultaneous Lok Sabha and State Assembly elections is not excessive. The Bill sets a legal basis for holding elections together. The Commission said the power for the Election Commission to recommend postponing elections is not arbitrary but comes from constitutional authority under Article 324. It added that the Bill does not affect the Constitution's basic framework. The amendment also does not need approval from at least 50% of State Assemblies. Opposition members raised concerns about the Bill's impact on federalism and democracy. One MP said, "Elections at regular intervals provide a system of checks and balances," adding that simultaneous polls might remove voters' chance to review their choices in Assembly elections after the Lok Sabha. Another opposition MP said voters are the foundation of democracy and frequent elections strengthen it. However, Law Commission officials said federalism in the Constitution means strong unity with a powerful Centre, not separation. The Law Commission stated there is "not even an iota of doubt" that giving the Election Commission the power to delay elections is proper and justified. They also said the amendment does not disrupt the Constitution's basic structure or federal balance. The committee discussed these points, but some opposition MPs said the Commission's answers were unsatisfactory. The debate continues as the Bill progresses through Parliament.