8.4. Withdrawal of Candidature

Any candidate may withdraw his candidature by a notice in writing either himself or through his proposer or election agent, who should be duly authorised by the candidate, to present such notice on the last date fixed for such purpose. The notice of withdrawal is irrevocable.

Immediately after the expiry of the period within which candidatures may be withdrawn, the Returning Officer is required to prepare and publish a list of contesting candidates. If there is only one duly nominated candidate, the election will be an uncontested one and the Returning Officer will declare that candidate elected immediately after the expiry of the time for the withdrawal of candidature.