Association for Democratic Reforms (ADR) and National Election Watch recently conducted an analysis of candidates of Lok Sabha elections 2024.
Key Highlights:
- 751 political parties participated, marking a 104% increase from 2009.
- 1,191 candidates declared serious criminal cases, including charges related to rape, murder, crimes against women, attempt to murder, etc., constituting 14% of the total.
- 1,643 candidates declared criminal cases against themselves, comprising 20% of the total.
- Article 324 of the Constitution & Section 29A of the Representation of the People Act, 1951 (RPA), provides for registration of a political party with Election Commission of India (ECI).
- ECI lacks explicit powers under RPA to deregister any political party for not contesting elections, holding inner-party elections, or submitting required returns.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How many political parties participated in the Lok Sabha elections 2024?
751 political parties participated, showing a 104% increase from 2009.
What percentage of candidates had serious criminal cases in 2024?
14% of candidates had declared serious criminal cases such as rape and murder.
What legal provision supports political party registration?
Article 324 of the Constitution and Section 29A of the Representation of the People Act, 1951, support political party registration.
How many candidates declared criminal cases against themselves in 2024?
A total of 1,643 candidates declared criminal cases against themselves, comprising 20% of the total.