Elections

Why it matters

• Serves as the primary mechanism for ensuring the accountability of the government to the governed.
• Facilitates the peaceful transfer of power and legitimizes the authority of the state.
• Provides a structured platform for citizens to express political preferences and influence policy direction.
• Acts as a periodic audit of the performance of incumbent representatives.

How it is asked

Focus on the constitutional provisions regarding the independent election commission, the model code of conduct, electoral reforms, and the challenges of ensuring free and fair representation in a diverse polity.