Congress leader Shashi Tharoor Criticises Family Rule in Politics, Calls for Transparent Leadership Selection

Congress leader and Thiruvananthapuram MP Shashi Tharoor has strongly criticised the prevalence of family rule in Indian politics. In an article published in a Malayalam newspaper, Mr. Tharoor said, it is time to rely on ability rather than family background in political leadership. He called for legal restrictions on the tenure of political posts and for compulsory and meaningful internal elections within parties. Mr. Tharoor also stressed the need to empower voters so that leaders are chosen ...