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Congress slams Centre’s change in election rules: Amended to restrict public inspection

Congress slams Centre’s change in election rules: Amended to restrict public inspection

The government amended an election rule to prevent the public from inspecting certain electronic documents such as CCTV cameras and webcast images, as well as video recordings of candidates, to prevent their misuse. Based on the recommendation of the Election Commission of India (ECI), the Union Law Ministry on Friday amended Rule 93(2)(a) of the Conduct of Elections Rules, 1961, to restrict the type of “ papers” or documents open to public inspection. Reacting to this development, Congress asked why the poll panel was afraid of transparency. Congress general secretary in charge of communications Jairam Ramesh said the party would legally challenge the amendment.