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Elections and Electoral Reforms

Subject: Polity

Book: Indian Polity by M. Laxmikanth

Addresses the legal framework under the Representation of the People Acts and the role of the Election Commission. Key reforms include the introduction of EVMs, use of VVPAT for transparency, curbing criminalization by mandating candidate disclosures, and limiting campaign expenses. Recent discussions revolve around simultaneous elections, online voter enrollment, and stricter anti-defection rules. The Model Code of Conduct regulates campaigns to ensure fairness. Reforms aim to reduce muscle power, money power, and malpractice, enhancing voter confidence. While progress is made, challenges remain—like paid news, data misuse, and incomplete enforcement—calling for continuous innovation in India’s electoral processes.

Practice Questions

राज्यसभा की कार्यप्रणाली किस पर आधारित है?

कार्यपालिका के प्रमुख के रूप में किसे नियुक्त किया जाता है?

राष्ट्रपति को हटाने की प्रक्रिया किस अनुच्छेद में प्रावधिक है?

Who is the head of the government in India?

Which of the following is a power of the Rajya Sabha?

मौलिक अधिकारों की सुरक्षा के लिए नागरिकों को कौन सा अधिकार प्रदान किया गया है?

संसद सदस्यों का वेतन और भत्ता किस अनुच्छेद में निर्धारित है?

Which article of the Indian Constitution guarantees the right to life and personal liberty?

Who among the following is known as the "Father of the Nation" in India?

Who is the first woman President of India?