Poll Schedule?

By iastoppers.com

How Election Commission Decide

Election Schedule

Election dates consider security, logistics, festivals, and law and order situations

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ECI's Flexibility

ECI can notify elections within six months before the term end of Lok Sabha or state Assembly

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Mizoram's Case

In Mizoram, Sundays are reserved for church, influencing the ECI's decision on vote counting

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Election Preparations

ECI officials visit states for election preparations, ensuring smooth conduct

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Voting Schedule

Voting in Mizoram and Chhattisgarh started on November 7, Telangana voted last on November 30

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Counting Day Change

Counting in Mizoram moved to December 4 from December 3, respecting local Sunday church practices

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Historical Precedents

ECI has shifted election dates before, like Mizoram's 2013 counting day and Rajasthan's 2018 polling day

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ECI's Responsiveness

ECI responds to representations, ensuring elections don't clash with significant local events

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