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Model Code Of Conduct (MCC)
Consider the following statements regarding the Model Code of Conduct (MCC):
- The Code of Conduct enjoys a statutory backing and therefore the EC can disqualify a candidate if he/ she violate the Code.
- The Code of Conduct comes into force immediately after the elections are announced by the EC.
Which of the above statements are incorrect?
A |
1 only
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B |
2 only
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C |
Both 1 and 2
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D |
Neither 1 nor 2
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Your Ans is
Right ans is A
Your Answer Is Correct
Your Answer Is Wrong
Explanation :
•The MCC, often described as a voluntary Moral Code of Conduct, is a set of guidelines issued to parties, candidates and the government to ensure free and fair elections.
•There is no statute governing these guidelines. The Code of Conduct comes into force immediately after the elections are announced by the EC.
•Even though the Code of Conduct does not have any statutory backing, the EC has the power to disqualify a candidate if he/ she violate the code.
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