Attorney General Addresses Noncompliance with Election Act

In a recent announcement, the attorney general shed light on the process of allocating reserved seats for minorities and women in political elections. According to the explanation provided, these reserved seats are granted to political parties that have participated in the elections and secured at least one seat. Furthermore, the winning party must furnish a list of candidates corresponding to the total number of seats it has won, in compliance with the legal requirements.

However, it came to attention that the SIC (an abbreviation for a specific party) did not engage in the general elections as a political entity and failed to submit a roster of candidates for the reserved seats designated for women and non-Muslims, as mandated by Section 104 of the Election Act, 2017.

Understanding the process of allocating reserved seats in elections is crucial for ensuring fair representation of minorities and women in political decision-making. It is imperative for political parties to adhere to the legal provisions regarding the submission of candidate lists for reserved seats, thereby upholding the principles of inclusivity and diversity in the electoral process.