Section 9, Jammu and Kashmir Representation of the People (Supplementary) Act, 1968 [S1K-9WJ]
As at 7 September 2026. In force from 22 February 1968.
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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election: Section 2, Jammu and Kashmir Representation of the People (Supplementary) Act, 1968 [S1K9N0] (In this Act, unless the context otherwise requires,—): "election" means an election to fill a seat or seats in either House of Parliament or in the House or either House of the Legislature of a State
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Notification S.O. 2361(E) of the Legislative Department dated 4th April, 2025 under section 9 [N15-0GK], 4 April 2025, in force. Recital: "In exercise of the powers conferred by section 9 of the Jammu and Kashmir Representation of the People (Supplementary) Act, 1968 (3 of 1968), 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 Returning Officer within the jurisdiction set out against each"
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