Salient features of the Representation of People’s Act

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Discuss the role of the Election Commission of India in light of the evolution of the Model Code of Conduct. (250 words) [2022]

The Election Commission of India (ECI) plays a crucial role in ensuring free and fair elections, with the Model Code of Conduct (MCC) being a…

Discuss the procedures to decide the disputes arising out of the election of a Member of the Parliament or a State Legislature under the Representation of People Act 1951. What are the grounds on which the election of any returned candidate may be declared void? What remedy is available to the aggrieved party against the decision? (250 words) [2022]

Under the Representation of People Act 1951 (RPA), the procedures for deciding disputes arising out of the election of a Member of Parliament (MP) or…

“There is a need for simplification of Procedure for disqualification of persons found guilty of corrupt practices under the Representation of Peoples Act”. Comment (150 words)

On what grounds a people’s representative can be disqualified under the representation of people act, 1951? Also, mention the remedies available to such person against his disqualification. (250 words)

The Representation of People Act, 1951 lays down the terms and conditions for the qualification and disqualification of members of the Lok Sabha, Rajya Sabha…

In the light of recent controversy regarding the use of Electronic Voting Machines (EVM), what are the challenges before the Election Commission of India to ensure the trustworthiness of elections in India? (150 words)

The use of Electronic Voting Machines (EVM) has been a controversial issue in India, with some questioning their trustworthiness and accuracy. The Election Commission of…

To enhance the quality of democracy in India the Election Commission of India has proposed electoral reforms in 2016. What are the suggested reforms and how far are they significant to make democracy successful? (250 words)

In 2016, the Election Commission of India proposed several electoral reforms to address challenges in the electoral process, aiming to strengthen democracy, reduce corruption, and…

‘Simultaneous election to the Lok Sabha and the State Assemblies will limit the amount of time and money spent in electioneering but it will reduce the government’s accountability to the people’ Discuss.

Simultaneous elections to the Lok Sabha and State Assemblies have been proposed as a way to reduce the time and money spent on electioneering. However,…