Which of the following statements is are correct with reference to the exit poll?
A. In multi-phase elections it is prohibited to conduct exit polls from the 1st phase till the last phase of elections to prevent influencing voters’ behaviour.
B. Contravention of Section 126A of Representation of the People Act, 1951 has been made punishable under Section 126 A (3) with imprisonment for a term which may extend to two years or with fine or with both.
C. Both A & B
D. None of these
Explanation:
Election Commission of India, in exercise of the powers under sub-section (1) of Section 126A of the Representation of the People Act, 1951 has notified the period between 7:00A.M on 27th March, 2021 and 7.30 PM on 29th April, 2021, as the period during which exit polls are banned. Further, under Section 126(1)(b) of the Representation of the People Act, 1951,displaying any election matter including results of any opinion poll or any other poll survey, in any electronic media, would be prohibited during the period of 48 hours ending with the hour fixed for conclusion of poll.
