Election Commission Unveils Comprehensive Schedule for Lok Sabha Elections.
In a significant development for the Indian political landscape, the Election Commission has unveiled the comprehensive schedule for the Lok Sabha elections of 2024. The much-awaited announcement came on March 16, setting the stage for a democratic exercise of monumental proportions.
1) Voting to be Conducted in Seven Phases, Results Declaration on June 4
Voters across the nation will participate in the electoral process across seven phases, with the first phase scheduled to commence on April 19 and culminating with the final phase on June 1. The anticipation will reach its zenith on June 4, when the counting of votes will take place, heralding the dawn of a new political era.
2) Model Code of Conduct Comes into Immediate Effect
With the unveiling of the election schedule, the Model Code of Conduct has sprung into action, ensuring a level playing field for all contesting parties. The Election Commission has reiterated its commitment to upholding the integrity of the electoral process, ensuring fairness and transparency at every step.
3) Constituencies Divided Across Seven Phases
The Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) has delineated the electoral landscape, revealing that the Lok Sabha constituencies will be spread across seven phases. The distribution includes 102 constituencies in the first phase, 89 in the second, 94 in the third, 96 in the fourth, 49 in the fifth, 57 in the sixth, and 57 in the seventh phase, encompassing a wide spectrum of regions and demographics.
4) Assembly Elections and Bypolls Concurrently Held
In addition to the Lok Sabha elections, assembly elections in Arunachal Pradesh, Sikkim, Andhra Pradesh, and Odisha will be conducted simultaneously. The electoral fervor will be palpable as voters exercise their democratic right in shaping the future governance of their respective states.
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