Question

Jai has decided to contest elections for the state legislature. His locality is famous for an old temple dedicated to a major Hindu deity. He decides that he will campaign inside the temple, since it will help him win more votes.

Which of the following statements is correct in this context?

• A. Jai's decision can be seen as a communal strategy
• B. Conducting such a campaign violates the Model Code of Conduct
• C. Jai's campaign is ethical since the temple is mainly a tourist attraction
• D. Jai cannot be stopped from conducting his campaign

Answer 1

Answer: (A), (B)

Conducting such a campaign violates the Model Code of Conduct

Campaigning in places of worship is an unethical political practice, which encourages communal divisions. It constitutes a violation of the Model Code of Conduct which is in place during elections, and Jai can be banned from using the temple as a campaign location.