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In the backdrop where a great debate has been started on whether the Presidential or General Elections should be held first or both together, where do you stand in this debate as citizens?

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In light of stark divisions between the two main parties do you think the present coalition government should continue?



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Do you think the ban on social media was effective to curb extremist violence?



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Do you think hate speech on social media should be controlled?



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The Government recently announced that free Wi-fi facility would be provided to the public by April. Do you think providing free Wi-fi facility is an important need?



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As Prime Minister proposed, parliament debate on Bond Commission and PRECIFAC Reports will be held on February 6, just four days before the LG Polls. Do you think it is appropriate to hold such an imp



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The reports of the Presidential Commission of Inquiry (PCoI) into Central Bank Bond Issuance and the PCoI into Serious Acts of Fraud, Corruption and Abuse of Power, State Resources and Privileges (PRE



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