Whatever stand a candidate takes, he should not sound prejudiced. He should take care to see that his views are not based on one sided scenario. When you form views about a situation, say for example, bifurcation of railways, consider it from as many points as possible– from the central government’s point of view, from a common man’s point of view and take the views of the people from the affected state. Don’t base your views and conclusions only from the statement of any one minister, in this case, Mamata Banerjee or Nitish Kumar only. Why? Because any one political leader’s or person’s views are bound to be affected by his own interest and that of his own political party. Also, remember, the interests of a few number of people can be overlooked if the action benefits a larger number of people. So, the view should be broad based and not for the advantage of a few select people. Moreover, national interest should be borne in mind.
Same is the case with local issues. It the residents of a street demand that the path to be constructed there should be that of concrete or cement. According to them, their problems will be solved for all times to come. Now consider it from the point of view of an official. He should consider whether finances can be spared. Second, how heavy is the traffic? Is proper drainage system available? He should also consider any other pertinent aspect and then finally decide whether a concrete/cement road would be a good solution or simply laying bricks would solve the problems of the residents.
A candidate should go beyond the statements and should see the real purport and motive behind such statements. Having affirmed the truth, he should arrive at a conclusion which would satisfy all the affected parties. Remember, no decision of any official or government can satisfy each and everyone. If large number of people are satisfied, then the decision can be said to be good one.
Same is the case with local issues. It the residents of a street demand that the path to be constructed there should be that of concrete or cement. According to them, their problems will be solved for all times to come. Now consider it from the point of view of an official. He should consider whether finances can be spared. Second, how heavy is the traffic? Is proper drainage system available? He should also consider any other pertinent aspect and then finally decide whether a concrete/cement road would be a good solution or simply laying bricks would solve the problems of the residents.
A candidate should go beyond the statements and should see the real purport and motive behind such statements. Having affirmed the truth, he should arrive at a conclusion which would satisfy all the affected parties. Remember, no decision of any official or government can satisfy each and everyone. If large number of people are satisfied, then the decision can be said to be good one.
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