Question

Mention the provisions laid down under the model code of conduct to regulate the election campaign ??

Answer 1

Answer:

According to the Model Code of Conduct,

no party can:

(i) Use any place of worship for election propaganda.

(ii) Use government vehicles, aircraft and officials for elections.

(iii) Once elections are announced ministers shall not lay foundation stones of any projects, take any big policy decisions or make any promises of providing public facilities.

Answer 2

Answer:

All parties and candidates shall avoid scrupulously all activities which are “corrupt practices” and offences under the election law, such as bribing of voters, intimidation of voters, impersonation of voters, canvassing within 100 meters of polling stations, holding public meetings during the period of 48 hours ending ...