Amid freebies debate, EC bans parties from distributing sarees, shirts during rallies
The Election Commission issued fresh set of instructions to restrict the freebies culture. The commission banned distribution of apparel like saree, shirts etc by a party or a candidate during rallies and campaigns. It also disallowed the use of educational institutions including their grounds for political campaigns and rallies.
Oct 12, 2022, 22:33 PM IST
DNA Exclusive: Analysis of the 'Economics' behind freebies announced by political parties
In today's DNA, Zee News' Rohit Ranjan will analyse the economics behind the freebies culture in Indian politics.
Oct 04, 2022, 23:54 PM IST
'EMPTY poll promises made by parties have FAR-REACHING ramifications': EC on freebies
EC on freebies: Election Commission has observed that the declarations made by political parties ahead of polls are quite routine and ambiguous and do not provide adequate information to the voters to exercise informed choice in an election.
Oct 04, 2022, 16:20 PM IST
