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  • Apr 11, 2024
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EC MANDATES DISCLOSURE TO CURB ANONYMOUS POLITICAL HOARDINGS.

Why in the news?

EC mandates disclosure of publishers and printers for political hoardings to ensure transparency and accountability in campaign communications.

Understanding Crackdown on Anonymous Political Hoardings:

  • The Election Commission (EC) has taken action against anonymous political hoardings, requiring disclosure of publishers’ and printers’ names for accountability.
  • This move aims to regulate campaign financing and ensure responsibility for inappropriate content under the Model Code of Conduct or statutory provisions.
  • The EC directed all States and Union Territories to ensure clear identification of printers and publishers on poll-related material like hoardings, promoting transparency in campaign communications.
source:mediu
About Election Commission of India (ECI):

  • Election Commission of India (ECI) established in 1950.
  • Initially, the single-member body, CEC.
  • From October 1989, it became a three-member body.
  • CEC and two other commissioners with equal powers.
  • Serve for 6 years or until 65, with resignation or removal options.
  • Article 324 of the Constitution empowers the President of India to appoint the Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) and other Election Commissioners.

source:

https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/crack-down-on-anonymous-political-hoardings-posters-banners-election-commission-to-states/articleshow/109205637.cms