Definition
Section 19 of the Representation of the People Act, 1951 deals with definition. In this Part and in Part V, unless the context otherwise requires, "constituency" means Parliamentary constituency or an Assembly constituency or a Council constituency. The Act came into force on 17 Jul 1951.
In this Part and in Part V, unless the context otherwise requires, "constituency" means 1*** Parliamentary constituency or an Assembly constituency or a Council constituency.
Section 19, The Representation of the People Act, 1951 (Act 43 of 1951).
Questions about Section 19
What does Section 19 of the Representation of the People Act deal with?
Section 19 of the Representation of the People Act is headed "Definition". In this Part and in Part V, unless the context otherwise requires, "constituency" means Parliamentary constituency or an Assembly constituency or a Council constituency.
How do I find court cases under Section 19 of the Representation of the People Act?
In judgments and charge sheets this section is written several ways, and each form finds a different set of orders. These search the full text of every order eCourtsIndia holds, best matches first: RP Act 1951 19, section 19 RP Act 1951, section 19 of the Representation of the People Act. Each opens the full list of orders on eCourtsIndia, where it can be narrowed by court, year and outcome.
When did Section 19 of the Representation of the People Act come into force?
Section 19 of the Representation of the People Act, cited as RP Act 1951 19, came into force on 17 Jul 1951, having been enacted on 17 Jul 1951. It is in force as at the date shown on this page.
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- 39. Nomination of candidates at other elections632 words
- 36. Scrutiny of nominations596 words
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