Mentor’s Comments-

• https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/lead/opaque-political-financing-could-cost-democracy-dear/article66149909.ece
• Introduce the answer by writing about different types of political competition- inter-party, intra-party and ideological.
• Next, with few examples elaborate the role of political funding in ensuring political competition.
• In next part, briefly explain electoral bonds and list down the arguments/allegations against it.
• Also, mention some of the arguments in favour of electoral bonds.
• Conclude on a balanced note.