DMPQ- What is model code of conduct? How Election commission can enforce it.

Model code of conduct are directives given to political parties to ensure free and fair elections at the same time to maintain  high standards in the elections. The provisions of the conducts are not legally binding.  The MCC comes into force with the declaration of election schedule.

Election commission can enforce MCC in following ways:

1. If situation demands EC can bar contestant from campaigning for certain time period.
2. Issue of advisory, notices, warnings etc. in case of violations.
3. Can file prosecution in the cases where legal routes are available like:

• Cinematograph act to prevent airing of any film
• Invoking provision of IPC, CrPC, Cinematograph act etc. in case of violations
  1. Directives to contestants to pay if he/she has used the government resources for campaigning

 

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