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Proposed Electoral Reforms

Over the years, several committees set up by the union government, Law Commission reports, and the Election Commission itself have proposed wide-ranging electoral reforms such as issues related to the criminalisation of politics, electoral financing, the autonomy of the Election Commission, Anti-defection law, paid news, simultaneous elections, Right to reject, Model code of conduct etc….

Conduct Of Elections In India- Indian Polity Upsc Notes
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Conduct of Elections in India- Indian Polity UPSC Notes

Conduct of Election in India The Representation of People Act of 1951 provides for the conduct of elections in India. It defines the roles and responsibilities of government officials and the procedures for the conduct of elections, such as on the matters of nomination, campaigning, polling, counting, declaration of results and offences. Administrative Machinery for…

Election Laws In India Notes For Upsc Exams

Election Laws in India Notes for UPSC Exams

Constitutional Provisions Regarding Elections Part XV of the Indian Constitution deals with Elections. However, it only provides the foundational framework for holding elections; for example, it provides for the Election Commission to hold elections, universal adult suffrage, etc.; the elaborate provisions are made by the Parliament and, in some cases, state legislatures too, as provided…

Political Parties And Pressure Groups- Upsc Notes
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Political Parties and Pressure Groups- UPSC Notes

Political Party A political party is a group of people who share common values, ideology and goals and come together to contest elections and form government. In comparison, Pressure groups or interest groups are organised associations, unions or organisations of people who share common interests. Political parties are the most visible institutions in a modern democracy, and for most ordinary citizens, democracy means political…