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India Debates Lowering Minimum Age for Election Candidates Below 25

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India currently requires citizens to be at least 25 years old before they can contest elections, despite being eligible to vote at 18. Young Indians can graduate from university and even hold government bureaucratic positions after turning 21, highlighting a gap in political participation rights. The debate has been reignited in the context of Dharmendra Pradhan's exit from a ministerial role, which has drawn attention to age-related political dynamics. Critics argue the existing minimum candidate age restricts the political representation of Gen Z, who are otherwise active civic participants. The discussion reflects a broader question about whether India's electoral laws need to be updated to reflect the capabilities and aspirations of its youth.

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