Holding elections at the scale at which India does so often is no small task - enter the model code of conduct. But is this code effective? Who is it governing? Tune in to this episode as we talk about the MCC, twists and turns in UP's candidates list, election remarks and much more!
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For fair play on the field, there has to be some rules. And every sport has its own rulebook, umpires & referees. But when the game is UP polls, the rules go for a toss. The Model Code of Conduct, implemented and checked by the Election Commission act less like directives and more like suggestive obligations. What is this Code and why is it so easy to breach its sanctity?
It’s the UP elections, so you’d think that Mathura MP Hema Malini would be in the news for her political takes - but while she is in the news, it’s for weird, sexist reasons - take a look at this strange nok-jhok from the week gone by!
Think back to every political thriller you’ve ever seen - a pretty major twist in those tales comes from who actually makes it to the ballot! With candidate lists coming out every week - UP elections kisi thriller se kam hai kya? Take a look!
Parties at the time of election are often put under fire for spreading propaganda or false news, or even poll goodies - but germs? That’s a new one!
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Aise Kaise: What the Coduct?! CM Sahab, please read the Model Code!
The Model code of conduct in our country lays down some pretty clear rules on statesmanly behavior by all those taking part in the sacrosanct event of elections and democracy - but it cannot be denied that many leaders may need a refresher course on this code of conduct - starting perhaps with CM Yogi Adityanath?
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