The Speaker of the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly, Abdul Rahim reiterated the call for the initial restoration of the state, Jammu and Kashmir, underlining the importance of democratic institutions in fulfilling their people’s aspirations.
Speaking to the media on the side-lines of the All India Speakers’ Conference in New Delhi, rather remembering the assurance of Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the matter, the Prime Minister himself assured that Jammu and Kashmir will be given the kingdom very soon. “
“Democratic institutions are important to fulfill the aspirations of the people of Jammu and Kashmir, and the restoration of the state will further strengthen that belief in democracy,” he said.
Earlier, J&K speakers highlighted India’s ancient democratic traditions, cultural foundations of ancient democratic traditions, dialogue and pluralism, and the world’s largest democracy, while giving his address at the conference on the subject “India – the Mother of Democracy”.
The speaker insisted that democracy in India was not a borrowed idea, but was deeply inherent in its civilized ethos. Citing references to Rig Vedas and Upanishads, he said that thousands of years before the modern world, the freedom of mass decisions, freedom of thought and public participation was practiced in India.
He said, “The idea that India is the mother of democracy, not just a poetic phrase; it is a historical fact that is supported by ancient evidence,” he saw.
Finding out the democratic visit of India, he said, “In 1950, when India adopted its constitution, it became the largest democracy in the world – not by force, but by choice. Despite poverty, illiteracy, and vast variety, India chose universal adult franchise, a bold and impervious step to every citizen who gave to every citizen who gave to every citizen who gave to every citizen,”
The speaker further emphasized that India’s diversity is a strength, not weakness.
“With more than 900 million voters, thousands of political parties and many languages, religions and ideologies, India today stands as a beacon of democracy, diversity and flexibility.”
Accepting that challenges remain, he urged collective responsibility to ensure equal opportunities, quality education, healthcare and justice for all.
He said, “Being a mother of democracy is not just a title – this is a responsibility. Freedom of speech, right to vote, and equal rights are not only privileges, but we pay duties for our country and her future,” he said.
Calling legislators across the country, rather said, “As a patron of legislative forums, we should not only have the responsibility of preserving democracy, but also to increase the responsibility of increasing it. This conference should not only have a movement for the meeting of the brain, but also for democratic renewal.”
The speaker commented, “India did not borrow democracy – India gave it to the world, a gift from our ancestors, polished over time and preserved by generations. Let us respect this legacy every day by living its values.”
Speakers / DY speakers and secretaries of all state / UT legislative assemblies participated in the conference.
Shah Amit Shah, the Union Home Minister gave the inauguration address. Lok Sabha Speaker, Sh Om Birla; Union Minister of Parliamentary Affairs, Kiren Rijiju; DI President Rajya Sabha, Harivesh, Lieutenant Governor and Delhi Chief Minister also attended the conference.
The speaker is accompanied by Secretary Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly Manoj Pandita.