Q. Consider the following statements about the Model Code of Conduct (MCC):

Select the correct code from the options given below:

1 only

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2 only

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Both 1 and 2

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Neither 1 nor 2

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Solution

The correct option is A 1 only
Explanation:

Statement 1 is correct. The Model Code of Conduct comes into force immediately after the announcement of the election schedule by the election commission of India.

Statement 2 is incorrect. The MCC is not enforceable by law. However, certain provisions of the MCC may be enforced through provisions of the Indian Penal Code, 1860, Representation of the People Act, 1951, and code of Criminal Procedure, 1973.

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