Let Kerala’s actions lend strength to India, says President Pranab Mukherjee
Speaking on the occasion, the President congratulated Kerala on having ensured 50% reservation for women in local bodies. He also complimented Kerala in ensuring accountability and transparency in administration through the effective implementation of the Right to Services Act.
The President stated that dissent is a recognized democratic expression, but it should be expressed with decency and within the contours and parameters of parliamentary devices. The cardinal principle of effective functioning of Parliamentary system is that majority will rule and minority will oppose, expose and if possible, depose, he said. However, the President stated that this should be done within the framework of rules framed by Legislatures themselves.

