India is one of the largest democratic countries in the world, and the Election Commission plays an important role in conducting the election process smoothly here. The main objective of the Election Commission is to ensure free, fair and transparent elections so that every citizen can get the right to cast his vote without any hindrance.
The Election Commission monitors the activities of political parties and candidates in India and conducts the election process smoothly, fairly and democratically. The commission ensures that no political party or candidate is involved in unethical activities and the election process is in accordance with the rules of the Constitution and the Model Code of Conduct.
Major roles of the Election Commission
The Election Commission monitors, directs and controls the election process in India. It is responsible for successfully conducting the elections of the Lok Sabha, State Assemblies, President and Vice President.
1. Announcement of election schedule
The Election Commission decides when and how to conduct general elections or bye-elections. It ensures that the elections are conducted on time and in a fair manner.
2. Preparation of voter list
To ensure that every citizen gets the right to vote, the commission prepares the voter list and makes corrections in it. Also, it issues Electronic Photo Identity Cards (EPIC) so that the voting process remains transparent.
3. Arrangement of polling stations
The Election Commission decides where the polling stations will be set up, how the voters will be allotted, how the counting centers will be arranged and how the voting and counting process will be conducted.
4. Recognition of political parties
The Election Commission recognizes political parties, allots election symbols to them, and resolves disputes related to them. Any political party is recognized when it fulfills the conditions set by the commission.
5. Monitoring the voting process
The Election Commission monitors the election process and ensures that the voting is fair. If any candidate misbehaves or violates the law, the commission can take action.
6. Enforcing the Model Code of Conduct
The Election Commission enforces the Model Code of Conduct during elections so that no political party or candidate indulges in unethical activities. It is ensured that the power of the government is not misused and there is no improper political activity of any kind.
7. Setting the limit of election campaign expenses
Each candidate is not allowed to spend more than a certain amount during the election campaign. The commission ensures that political parties and candidates do not violate the prescribed limit and ensures its compliance. ## How are free and fair elections ensured in India?
The Election Commission takes several measures to ensure free and fair elections.
1. Following the Model Code of Conduct
The Election Commission ensures that all political parties and candidates follow the Model Code of Conduct before the elections. If anyone violates the rule, action is taken against him.
2. Discipline on political parties
If a political party does not follow inner-party democracy, the Election Commission warns it of derecognition. This step is taken to keep the election process fair.
3. Protection of the values enshrined in the Constitution
The Election Commission conducts the election process in accordance with the equality, fairness, freedom and rule of law enshrined in the Constitution. It ensures that there is no inequality or bias in the electoral process.
4. Ensuring transparency and fairness
The main objective of the Election Commission is to ensure that elections are completely transparent, fair and credible. The commission works with full force to prevent corruption, pressure, misuse of money and use of muscle power in the electoral process.
5. Promoting the participation of eligible citizens
The Election Commission ensures that all eligible voters participate in the voting process. For this, the commission organizes various publicity campaigns so that people are aware of voting.
6. Communication with political parties and candidates
The Election Commission communicates with political parties and other stakeholders to ensure the success of the electoral process. This ensures that the election process is undisputed and fair.
7. Making voters aware
The Election Commission runs various campaigns to make voters aware. Through SVEEP (Systematic Voters’ Education and Electoral Participation), voters are made aware of the voting process so that they can take the right decision without any greed or pressure.
Conclusion
In the last 15 years, the Election Commission of India has been using its powers to the fullest. The commission has taken many strict steps to monitor the election process and maintain fairness. This ensures that **government officials work under the guise of the Election Commission rather than the ruling party during the electoral process.
However, even today the influence of money, muscle power and criminal elements is increasing in elections. The Election Commission is taking strict steps to curb this. Through a transparent election system and strong administrative monitoring, the Election Commission is ensuring free and fair elections.
The work of the Election Commission is very important for the roots of democracy to remain strong in India. The policies and efforts of this institution ensure that the election process remains fair and every citizen gets the opportunity to exercise his franchise properly.
