There is no such requirement under the Trade Unions Act, 1926.

The trade union is responsible for conducting its own elections, subject to the provisions of the Trade Unions Act, 1926.

A trade union member must be at least 18 years of age to be eligible to vote in an election.

At least 25% of the total membership of the trade union must be present at an election meeting for the meeting to be valid.

A maximum of 5 candidates can be nominated for a single position in a trade union election.

Candidates must be nominated by at least 10 members of the trade union in order to be eligible to stand for election.

The Trade Unions Act, 1926 does not specify a particular method of voting. Therefore, trade unions are free to choose the method of voting that they prefer.

A candidate is declared elected if they receive a simple majority of the votes cast.

The Trade Unions Act, 1926 does not specify a particular method for resolving disputes related to trade union elections. Therefore, disputes can be resolved through conciliation, arbitration, litigation, or any other method agreed upon by the parties involved.

Violating the provisions of the Trade Unions Act, 1926 related to trade union elections can result in both fines and imprisonment.

The Registrar of Trade Unions plays a multi-faceted role in trade union elections, including overseeing the conduct of elections, resolving disputes related to elections, and registering trade unions.

The Model Code of Conduct for Trade Union Elections issued by the Election Commission of India serves multiple purposes, including ensuring fair and transparent elections, preventing malpractices and irregularities, and promoting ethical conduct among trade union leaders and members.

The Trade Unions (Amendment) Act, 2021 introduces electronic voting as an option for trade union elections, making the process more convenient and efficient.

Trade union elections play a crucial role in a democratic society by ensuring accountability, promoting transparency and good governance, and facilitating the peaceful resolution of disputes within trade unions.

Conducting free and fair trade union elections can be challenging due to various factors, including lack of awareness among members, influence of money and power, and political interference.