2.1. Salient features of Representation of the People Act

The Representation of People Act provides for the following:

1. Conduct of elections of the Houses of Parliament and to the House or Houses of the Legislature of each State.

2. Details about the structure of administrative machinery for the conduct of elections.

3. Qualifications and disqualifications for membership of those Houses.

4. Qualifications and disqualification of voters and preparation of Electoral Rolls.

5. Corrupt practices and other offences at or in connection with such elections and the decision of doubts and disputes arising out of or in connection with such elections.