what are the powers of election commission of India

1.	what are the powers of election commission of India
Answer» Some of the powers wielded by the ECI are as follows: The Commission can suppress the results of opinion polls if it deems such an action fit for the cause of democracy. The Commission can advise for disqualification of members after the elections if it thinks they have violated certain guidelines. In case, a candidate is found guilty of corrupt practices during the elections, the Supreme Court and High Courts consult the Commission.

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Some of the powers wielded by the ECI are as follows:

The Commission can suppress the results of opinion polls if it deems such an action fit for the cause of democracy.

The Commission can advise for disqualification of members after the elections if it thinks they have violated certain guidelines.

In case, a candidate is found guilty of corrupt practices during the elections, the Supreme Court and High Courts consult the Commission.

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