Question

To reform the party system, which of the following tasks have been made compulsory for the political parties? Choose the most appropriate option.

1. It is now compulsory for all the political parties to file income tax returns.
2. It is now compulsory for all parties to have one-third women candidates.
3. It is now compulsory for all the political parties to hold their organisational election.
4. It is now compulsory for all candidates to disclose information about pending criminal cases against them through affidavit.

Options

• Only I, II and III are correct.

• Only I, II and IV are correct.

• Only I, III and IV are correct.

• Only II, III and IV are correct.

Answer 1

Only I, III and IV are correct.

Explanation:

According to Indian election rules, political parties must file income tax returns, organise elections, and candidates must reveal information about pending cases. The recently established Women Reservation Act - 2023 mandates only one-third of elected seats in Parliament and State Assemblies. This does not imply that all parties must run one-third female candidates in the elections.