Fixing time for poll
Section 56 of the Representation of the People Act, 1951 deals with fixing time for poll. The [Election Commission] shall fix the hours during which the poll will be taken; The Act came into force on 17 Jul 1951.
The 1[Election Commission] shall fix the hours during which the poll will be taken; and the hours so fixed shall be published in such manner as may be prescribed:
Provided that the total period allotted on any one day for polling at an election in 2[a Parliamentary or Assembly constituency] shall not be less than eight hours.
Section 56, The Representation of the People Act, 1951 (Act 43 of 1951).
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Questions about Section 56
What does Section 56 of the Representation of the People Act deal with?
Section 56 of the Representation of the People Act is headed "Fixing time for poll". The [Election Commission] shall fix the hours during which the poll will be taken;
How do I find court cases under Section 56 of the Representation of the People Act?
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What should I read with Section 56 of the Representation of the People Act, and has it changed?
1 other provision in this corpus refers back to it.
When did Section 56 of the Representation of the People Act come into force?
Section 56 of the Representation of the People Act, cited as RP Act 1951 56, 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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