Withdrawal of Candidature

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Which of the following is NOT a valid ground for withdrawal of candidature in India?

  1. Death of the candidate

  2. Resignation from the political party

  3. Conviction in a criminal case

  4. Change of residence


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Change of residence is not a valid ground for withdrawal of candidature in India.

Up to what time can a candidate withdraw their candidature in India?

  1. 14 days before the date of election

  2. 7 days before the date of election

  3. 3 days before the date of election

  4. 1 day before the date of election


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A candidate can withdraw their candidature up to 14 days before the date of election in India.

Who is responsible for accepting or rejecting the withdrawal of candidature in India?

  1. Election Commission of India

  2. Returning Officer

  3. District Magistrate

  4. Superintendent of Police


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Returning Officer is responsible for accepting or rejecting the withdrawal of candidature in India.

What happens if a candidate withdraws their candidature after the last date for withdrawal?

  1. Their name will be removed from the ballot paper

  2. Their votes will be counted as invalid

  3. They will be disqualified from contesting elections for a period of time

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

None of the above options is correct. If a candidate withdraws their candidature after the last date for withdrawal, their name will remain on the ballot paper and their votes will be counted as valid.

Can a candidate withdraw their candidature after the polling has started?

  1. Yes

  2. No


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

No, a candidate cannot withdraw their candidature after the polling has started.

What is the consequence of withdrawing candidature after the last date for withdrawal?

  1. Forfeiture of security deposit

  2. Disqualification from contesting elections for a period of time

  3. Both of the above

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Both of the above options are correct. Withdrawing candidature after the last date for withdrawal results in forfeiture of security deposit and disqualification from contesting elections for a period of time.

Which of the following is NOT a consequence of withdrawing candidature after the last date for withdrawal?

  1. Forfeiture of security deposit

  2. Disqualification from contesting elections for a period of time

  3. Removal of name from the ballot paper

  4. Counting of votes as invalid


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Removal of name from the ballot paper is not a consequence of withdrawing candidature after the last date for withdrawal.

What is the time limit for filing a petition challenging the withdrawal of candidature?

  1. 10 days

  2. 15 days

  3. 20 days

  4. 30 days


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The time limit for filing a petition challenging the withdrawal of candidature is 10 days.

Who can file a petition challenging the withdrawal of candidature?

  1. Any elector of the constituency

  2. Any candidate contesting the election

  3. Any political party

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Any elector of the constituency, any candidate contesting the election, or any political party can file a petition challenging the withdrawal of candidature.

What is the procedure for filing a petition challenging the withdrawal of candidature?

  1. File a petition with the Returning Officer

  2. File a petition with the Election Commission of India

  3. File a petition with the High Court

  4. File a petition with the Supreme Court


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A petition challenging the withdrawal of candidature must be filed with the Returning Officer.

What happens if the Returning Officer rejects the petition challenging the withdrawal of candidature?

  1. The petitioner can appeal to the Election Commission of India

  2. The petitioner can appeal to the High Court

  3. The petitioner can appeal to the Supreme Court

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The petitioner can appeal to the Election Commission of India, the High Court, or the Supreme Court if the Returning Officer rejects the petition challenging the withdrawal of candidature.

What is the time limit for appealing against the Returning Officer's decision on the petition challenging the withdrawal of candidature?

  1. 10 days

  2. 15 days

  3. 20 days

  4. 30 days


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The time limit for appealing against the Returning Officer's decision on the petition challenging the withdrawal of candidature is 10 days.

What happens if the appeal against the Returning Officer's decision on the petition challenging the withdrawal of candidature is successful?

  1. The withdrawal of candidature will be set aside

  2. The candidate's name will be restored to the ballot paper

  3. The candidate will be allowed to contest the election

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the above options are correct. If the appeal against the Returning Officer's decision on the petition challenging the withdrawal of candidature is successful, the withdrawal of candidature will be set aside, the candidate's name will be restored to the ballot paper, and the candidate will be allowed to contest the election.

What is the purpose of the withdrawal of candidature process?

  1. To allow candidates to withdraw from the election if they change their mind

  2. To prevent frivolous candidatures

  3. To ensure that only serious candidates contest the election

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the above options are correct. The purpose of the withdrawal of candidature process is to allow candidates to withdraw from the election if they change their mind, to prevent frivolous candidatures, and to ensure that only serious candidates contest the election.

What are the implications of withdrawing candidature after the last date for withdrawal?

  1. Forfeiture of security deposit

  2. Disqualification from contesting elections for a period of time

  3. Both of the above

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Both of the above options are correct. Withdrawing candidature after the last date for withdrawal results in forfeiture of security deposit and disqualification from contesting elections for a period of time.

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