Why are elections necessary in the democracy? In this lesson we would learn about the setup and mechanism to conduct elections, what powers that setup has and what measures it takes from time to time. We even analyse the democratic, smooth and fair manner in which the elections are conducted. We even assess the role of Election Commission in conducting the elections. We discuss the reforms that are suitable to the present day situation to improve the prestige of Democracy.

Read these headlines carefully from newspapers during the time of elections. Whose powers are indicated in the lines? What might be the main objectives? Discuss.

Election System in India

In a vast country like India which has an enormous population, it is never possible for all the people to gather and take decisions. So, the need for elections arise. India is the largest democratic country in the world. Since

independence, a strong basis for democratic values was laid, by the elections. The Election Commission of India conducts elections in our country. This Commission frames a Code of Conduct to the political parties. It declares the results of the elections and submits to the central or state authority concerned. By this, it becomes easy to form the government

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