Representation of People's Act

2017 · Q310 marks150 words

"Simultaneous election to the Lok Sabha and the State Assemblies will limit the amount of time and money spent in electioneering but it will reduce the government's accountability to the people." Discuss.

2017 · Q1415 marks250 words

To enhance the quality of democracy in India the Election Commission of India has proposed electoral reforms in 2016. What are the suggested reforms and how far are they significant to make democracy successful?

2018 · Q110 marks150 words

In the light of recent controversy regarding the use of Electronic Voting Machines (EVM), what are the challenges before the Election Commission of India to ensure the trustworthiness of elections in India?

2019 · Q1115 marks250 words

On what grounds a people's representative can be disqualified under the Representation of Peoples Act, 1951? Also mention the remedies available to such person against his disqualification.

2020 · Q110 marks150 words

"There is a need for simplification of procedure for disqualification of persons found guilty of corrupt practices under the Representation of peoples Act." Comment.

2022 · Q1115 marks250 words

Discuss the procedures to decide the disputes arising out of the election of a Member of the Parliament or State Legislature under The Representation of the People Act, 1951. What are the grounds on which the election of any returned candidate may be declared void? What remedy is available to the aggrieved party against the decision? Refer to the case laws.

2022 · Q1515 marks250 words

Discuss the role of the Election Commission of India in the light of the evolution of the Model Code of Conduct.

2024 · Q110 marks150 words

Examine the need for electoral reforms as suggested by various committees with particular reference to "one nation – one election" principle.

2025 · Q110 marks150 words

Discuss the 'corrupt practices' for the purpose of the Representation of the People Act, 1951. Analyze whether the increase in the assets of the legislators and/or their associates, disproportionate to their known sources of income, would constitute 'undue influence' and consequently a corrupt practice.

2026 · Q410 marks150 words

Is the right to vote a fundamental right? Discuss the position of the Election Commission of India while undertaking the revision of electoral rolls. Can it also examine the question of citizenship of voters?