Section 9, Representation of the People Act, 1950 [S1A-T6K]
As at 7 September 2026. In force from 28 May 1951 by S.O. 363(E) [N11-HBB].
9. Power to issue directions.—(1) The Election Commission may, by order in writing, direct any polling agent to take such measures in relation to attendance at a polling station as may be specified in the order, and such person shall comply with the direction within the period specified therein. (2) An order under sub-section (1) shall state the reasons on which it is made and shall be served on the person to whom it is addressed in such manner as may be prescribed.
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Notification S.O. 3529(E) of the Legislative Department dated 24th March, 2015 under section 9 [N13-WHV], 24 March 2015, in force. Recital: "In exercise of the powers conferred by section 9 of the Representation of the People Act, 1950 (43 of 1950), the Central Government hereby appoints, with effect from the date of publication of this notification, the officers specified in the Table below to exercise the powers of the Chief Electoral Officer within the jurisdiction set out against each"
Notification S.O. 819(E) of the Legislative Department dated 9th August, 2018 under section 9 [N14-734], 9 August 2018, in force. Recital: "In exercise of the powers conferred by section 9 of the Representation of the People Act, 1950 (43 of 1950), the Central Government hereby directs that the powers exercisable by it under section 9 shall, subject to its control, also be exercisable by the Returning Officer"
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