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What are the challenges to conduct free and fair elections in the nation.
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The challenges to conduct free and fair elections in the nation are:
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The
use of money power
by some parties and candidates to bribe or influence voters, buy media coverage, hire goons, etc. This creates an unequal playing field for the contestants and undermines the voters’ choice.
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The
use of muscle power
by some parties and candidates to intimidate or threaten voters, capture booths, rig votes, etc. This violates the law and order and affects the polling process and the outcome of elections.
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The
use of media power
by some parties and candidates to manipulate public opinion, spread misinformation, create bias, etc. This affects the credibility and impartiality of the media and influences the voters’ perception.
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The
lack of representation
of some sections of society such as women, minorities, backward classes, etc. in the electoral process. This affects their participation and voice in the democracy and leads to marginalization and discrimination.
- The lack of awareness among some voters about their rights and duties, the candidates and parties, the issues and policies, etc. This affects their ability to make informed and rational decisions and exercise their franchise.
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