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Representation of the People Act, 1951
14 min · 7 linked PYQs
The 1951 Act governs the actual conduct of elections — qualifications and disqualifications of members, registration of parties, and election expenditure.
Examiner's angle. Questions ask which body does what — ECI vs President vs courts.
Election expenditure
Section 77 — the candidate must submit all expenditure to the ECI within 30 days of the election. Section 10A — spending beyond the cap can disqualify for up to three years.
Linked PYQ · 2017
Which body resolves disputes relating to splits in recognised political parties?