आदर्श आचार संहिता क्या है?
ऐतिहासिक पृष्ठभूमि
मुख्य प्रावधान
10 points- 1.
चुनाव कार्यक्रम की घोषणा की तारीख से लेकर परिणाम की तारीख तक लागू रहती है।
- 2.
राजनीतिक दलों, उम्मीदवारों और सरकार के आचरण को नियंत्रित करती है।
- 3.
चुनाव प्रचार के लिए सरकारी मशीनरी के उपयोग को प्रतिबंधित करती है।
- 4.
नई परियोजनाओं या योजनाओं की घोषणाओं को रोकती है जो मतदाताओं को प्रभावित कर सकती हैं।
- 5.
भाषणों और विज्ञापनों की सामग्री को नियंत्रित करती है।
- 6.
दृश्य सामग्री
ECI's Powers: Article 324 vs. Model Code of Conduct (MCC)
This table clarifies the relationship between the Election Commission of India's (ECI) constitutional powers under Article 324 and the Model Code of Conduct (MCC), highlighting how the MCC is enforced and its scope.
| Aspect | Article 324 of the Constitution | Model Code of Conduct (MCC) |
|---|---|---|
| Nature | Constitutional provision establishing ECI and its broad powers for elections. | Set of guidelines for political parties and governments during elections. |
| Legal Basis | Directly from the Constitution of India. | Not a parliamentary law; enforced by ECI using powers under Article 324 and judicial pronouncements (e.g., Mohinder Singh Gill). |
| Scope | Superintendence, direction, and control of elections; includes power to take necessary actions. | Regulates campaign conduct, government functioning, use of official machinery, advertising, appeals to caste/religion, etc. |
| Enforcement Mechanism | ECI can issue orders, direct actions, and take measures to ensure fair polls. | ECI can issue warnings, withdraw permission for rallies, recommend debarment, or even dissolution of house (in extreme cases). |
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सामान्य प्रश्न
61. What is the Model Code of Conduct (MCC) and what is its significance for ensuring free and fair elections in India?
The Model Code of Conduct (MCC) is a set of guidelines issued by the Election Commission of India to regulate the conduct of political parties and candidates during elections. Its significance lies in:
- •Ensuring a level playing field for all candidates.
- •Preventing misuse of official machinery for campaigning.
- •Prohibiting announcements of new projects that could influence voters.
- •Regulating speeches and advertisements to maintain decorum.
परीक्षा युक्ति
Remember that the MCC is not legally enforceable but relies on consensus.
