In a blow to political parties before the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, the Election Commission has banned the inclusion of children and minors in the election campaign. Income The Commission says that if any candidate is found violating the guidelines, action will be taken against him under the Child Labor Prohibition Act
The Election Commission has Started Preparations for the 2024 Lok Sabha Elections.
On Monday, the Election Commission gave instructions not to involve children and minors in the election campaign. The Commission has issued strict instructions. It has been said that while distributing campaign pamphlets and pasting posters in the general elections, Children or minors should not be seen shouting slogans or carrying party flags and banners.
Participation of Children in The Campaign is Not Tolerated.
As per the instructions of the Election Commission of India, minor children cannot be included in election activity. The Election Commission has issued strict instructions regarding this. District Nirvaachan Adhikari Naresh Naravaal has appealed to all political parties to follow the guidelines of the Nirvaachan Commission. With this, he will come under the category of making minor children sing or recite poetry. In this guideline, the inclusion of children in political campaigns in any way, Which includes reciting poetry, songs, slogans, or words spoken by children or displaying symbols.
Will Be Punished For Violating The Rules:
The Commission said that if any party is found involving children in its election efforts, then action will be taken under all the acts and laws related to child labor. The District Election Officer and Returning Officer have been given the responsibility to take action in this regard. Giving information about the action to be taken if children are caught campaigning, the Commission said that all political parties and candidates should be informed about Child Labor (Prohibition and Prohibition)
The Election Commission Will take Strict Action:
Disciplinary action will be taken by the Election Commission of India against those violating the orders. . District Election Officer Naresh Narwal said that the Election Commission of India has issued strict instructions regarding the use of children in any election-related activities. The Election Commission has directed political parties not to use minor children in election campaigns in any form, including sloganeering, rallies, and election meetings besides the distribution of posters/pamphlets.
Political Parties Should Not Give Permission: Commission
Citing a decision of the Bombay High Court in its guidelines, the Commission said that the Amended Act, 2016 provides that all political parties should not allow children to campaign.
