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Parliament & State LegislaturesEXAMINEYear 201810 Marks
Concept / Statute•Directive•Institution / Stakeholder
In the light of recent controversy regarding the use of Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs), what measures have been taken by the Election Commission of India to ensure voter confidence?
Exact Syllabus Pointer
Structure, functioning, conduct of business, powers & privileges, decline of legislature, parliamentary committees, anti-defection law.
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