Notice to BJP and Congress in case of violation of election code of conduct, EC seeks reply by April 29

Taking cognizance of the speeches of PM Modi and Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, the Election Commission has issued a notice alleging violation of the election code of conduct. The Election Commission has sought answers from both the parties by 11 am on April 29. Both BJP and Congress parties had filed complaints against each other's leaders in the Election Commission. He was accused of spreading hatred among people and promoting separatism in the name of religion, caste, sect and language.

Let us tell you that the Election Commission has used the powers of Section 77 of the Representation of the People Act to hold the party presidents responsible and notices have been sent to the presidents of both the parties. The Election Commission has sought response to the notice by 11 am on April 29. The Election Commission said that political parties will have to take responsibility for the character of their candidates and star campaigners. Especially such speeches given by people holding high positions during election campaigns are even more worrying and can have serious consequences.