The internal stability of the States and Provinces, at this critical time in India’s history, would be a stabilizing factor to the whole of the Indian nation; an unstable government, either local or central, would react most unfavourably on the country in the event of internal or external national emergency. The honesty of such a government would be unimpeachable since the administration would be responsible to the legislature who would direct its policies and retain the power to replace it if it is found to be unsatisfactory. At the same time, the elected offices would attract only public spirited men who would stand for election with the welfare of their country at heart. As Members of the Assembly, they could assure good government for their Province or State, with the confidence of their constituency that they are not out to grab power or capture ministeries, but are serving with true selflessness,–they would have no reason to fight the administration or to change the government except for the good of the people they represent. Furthermore, a wholesome advantage of this system would be that the services would be kept immune from party political influence. The integrity of the services would be ensured, enabling them to discharge their responsibilities without fear or favour.
