Voting has been held for Delhi Assembly Elections 2025. But the round of allegations and counter-allegations in the Delhi elections is still going on. While on one hand you are accusing the BJP of distributing money, BJP leaders are accusing you. The question is that if any leader distributes money at the time of elections, then what is the rule about it. Today we will tell you how many years can be in jail if you distribute money.
What is the matter?
In the Delhi Assembly Elections 2025, 70 seats have been voted on February 5. AAP candidate Manish Sisodia from Delhi’s Jungpura seat has accused the BJP of distributing money. He said that voters are being given money in the building with BJP booth on Jungpura seat. Let us know that even before the election, the Aam Aadmi Party had accused the BJP of distributing money. But do you know what punishment is given when you are caught distributing money.
How much is punishment?
Please tell that during the election, the Central Election Commission officials are very cautious. During this time, people also distribute liquor, money, gifts to woo voters. Now the question is whether money can be distributed at the time of elections, if not. So how many years can you get for this. Know what the Election Commission does against the candidate on doing so.
What does the rule say
According to the rules of the Election Commission, no leader can distribute money at the time of elections. If every leader is caught sharing money, liquor or any other kind of gift before the election, then the Election Commission can take action against him. Not only this, during the investigation, the nomination of that candidate is also canceled. Aam Aadmi can complain on toll free number 1950 to complain to the Election Commission.
Can not give gifts to voters
If a leader gives a gift to woo voters at the time of elections, then this is also a crime. According to the Election Commission, if any candidate distributes the gift after the announcement of the election and the code of conduct, then legal action can be taken. Difying money and gifts can impose both sentence and fine of 6 months or more. Explain that on any such information, the police files an FIR in the case. After which if evidence is found in the investigation, then the nomination can be punished with more than 1 year with dismissal.
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