The idea of holding simultaneous elections for Lok Sabha and State Assemblies has come into focus recently. It is being projected as a 'game changing' idea that would cut cost and make the system more efficient. What lies behind it ? Is it really a 'revolutionary idea'? On closer examination it seems to be a deeply problematic concept which needs to be looked at critically. It may attack at the very roots of democratic system as envisaged in the constitution. We need to be wary of this idea that is apparently in line with what Pratap Bhanu Mehta has called 'permanent revolution'. Blog explores this proposition .