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Pre-poll freebies creating a class of parasites: SC

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February 13, 2025

THE Supreme Court on Wednesday criticised the practice of political parties giving freebies ahead of the elections, saying it has made people unwilling to work.

- SUCHITRA KALYAN MOHANTY @ New Delhi

A bench of Justices B R Gavai and Augustine George Masih said people were not willing to work as they were getting free ration and money.

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