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Electoral Politics Notes Class9 SiddharthRathi

The document discusses electoral politics in a democracy, emphasizing the importance of elections for accountability and representation. It outlines the process of elections, key features of free and fair elections, and challenges faced in electoral politics. The document also highlights significant milestones in India's electoral history and the role of the Election Commission.

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Electoral Politics Notes Class9 SiddharthRathi

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[ELECTORAL POLITICS]

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Siddharth Rathi

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CLASS 9th
Introduction:
In a democracy, people choose their representatives through elections. This process is
called electoral politics. It ensures that the government is accountable to the people. In
this chapter, we learn about why elections are necessary, how they are conducted, and
why they are important for democracy.

CHAPTER TIMELINE:
<b>1950</b> Election Commission of India was established
<b>1951-52</b> First General Elections held in India
<b>1989</b> Introduction of Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) on trial basis
<b>2004</b> Nationwide use of EVMs in General Elections
<b>2015</b> Introduction of VVPAT (Voter Verifiable Paper Audit Trail)

Main Concepts:
1. Why do we need elections? Elections give people the power to remove bad leaders
and choose better ones.

2. What makes an election democratic? Every adult has the right to vote, votes are
equal, and elections are conducted in a free and fair manner.

3. How do elections take place? They involve preparation of voter lists, nominations of
candidates, campaigning, voting, and counting.

Key Features of Free and Fair Elections:


1. Universal Adult Franchise – Every citizen above 18 years has the right to vote.

2. One person, one vote, one value – All votes are equal.

3. Secret Ballot – No one knows whom a voter has voted for.

4. Independent Election Commission – Ensures impartial conduct of elections.

5. Regular elections – Elections are held at fixed intervals.

Important Definitions:
Constituency: A fixed geographical area represented by one elected member.

Voter List: Official list of eligible voters.

Election Commission: An independent body that conducts and regulates elections.

Real-World Examples:
Example: In the 2014 Lok Sabha elections, the Election Commission managed the
world’s largest democratic election with over 800 million voters!

Challenges in Electoral Politics:


1. Money power – Use of money to buy votes.

2. Muscle power – Use of violence or threats during elections.

3. Criminalization – Entry of candidates with criminal background.

4. Low voter turnout – Many people do not cast their votes.

Conclusion:
Elections are the heart of a democracy. They ensure that leaders remain accountable to
the people. Despite challenges, India has maintained its tradition of free and fair elections.

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