Functions of polling agents and counting agents
Section 49 of the Representation of the People Act, 1951 deals with functions of polling agents and counting agents. A polling agent may perform such functions in connection with the poll as are authorised by or under this Act to be performed by a polling agent. The Act came into force on 17 Jul 1951.
(1) A polling agent may perform such functions in connection with the poll as are authorised by or under this Act to be performed by a polling agent.
(2) A counting agent may perform such functions in connection with the counting of votes as are authorised by or under this Act to be performed by a counting agent
Section 49, The Representation of the People Act, 1951 (Act 43 of 1951).
Questions about Section 49
What does Section 49 of the Representation of the People Act deal with?
Section 49 of the Representation of the People Act is headed "Functions of polling agents and counting agents". A polling agent may perform such functions in connection with the poll as are authorised by or under this Act to be performed by a polling agent.
How do I find court cases under Section 49 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 49, section 49 RP Act 1951, section 49 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 49 of the Representation of the People Act come into force?
Section 49 of the Representation of the People Act, cited as RP Act 1951 49, 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
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