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Representation of the People Act (RPA), 1950 & 1951

Subject: Polity

Book: Indian Polity by M. Laxmikanth

Together form the legal backbone for elections to Parliament and state legislatures. The 1950 Act deals with electoral rolls and constituency demarcation, while the 1951 Act addresses the conduct of elections, qualifications/disqualifications for candidates, and resolution of disputes. Key amendments have introduced NOTA, mandated affidavit disclosures on candidates’ criminal records, and regulated poll expenses. The Election Commission enforces the RPA, ensuring free and fair polling. Debates revolve around criminalization in politics, transparency in funding, and EVM usage. Mastery of RPA helps understand how India’s electoral democracy is operationalized and safeguarded against malpractice.

Practice Questions

What is the role of the Election Commission of India?

कार्यपालिका के प्रमुख के रूप में किसे नियुक्त किया जाता है?

संघीय ढांचे में केंद्र और राज्य सरकारों के बीच शक्ति का विभाजन किस सिद्धांत पर आधारित है?

संघीय परिषद का प्रावधान किस अनुच्छेद में है?

अधिकारों की गारंटी किस अनुच्छेद के माध्यम से दी गई है?

Which article of the Indian Constitution deals with the impeachment of the President?

Which of the following is NOT a part of the Indian Parliament?

Which of the following is the highest judicial authority in India?

Which article of the Indian Constitution deals with the President’s power to dissolve the Lok Sabha?

संसद के अधिवेशन के अंतराल का निर्धारण किसके द्वारा किया जाता है?