Action on MCC Violations, Women's Dignity, and Efficient Resolution

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Action on MCC Violations, Women's Dignity, and Efficient Resolution

## Model Code of Conduct Complaints and Actions

Since the implementation of the Model Code of Conduct (MCC) on March 16, 2024, the Election Commission has received and addressed numerous complaints regarding potential violations.

A total of 200 complaints have been registered by political entities and candidates nationwide.

The commission has taken action in 169 cases.

Political parties have filed 16 delegations with the commission, lodging complaints regarding MCC violations.

Numerous delegations have also convened at the state level, engaging with Chief Electoral Officers.

BJP: 51 complaints filed, action taken in 38 cases.

59 complaints filed, action taken in 51 cases.

90 complaints filed, action taken in 80 cases.

The commission is "broadly satisfied" with the compliance of the code by political parties.

The campaign by various parties and candidates has remained largely clutter-free.

The commission remains vigilant against concerning trends and has signaled heightened scrutiny of certain candidates.

A "resolute stance" has been taken on preserving the dignity and honour of women.

Notices have been issued to party leaders responsible for derogatory remarks against women.

Accountability for ensuring respectful conduct has been placed on party chiefs/presidents.

The cVigil app allows citizens to report violations.

A total of 268,080 complaints have been filed through the portal.

267,762 cases have been resolved.

Around 92% of the cases were resolved in less than 100 minutes on average.

The MCC came into effect on March 16, 2024, when the polling schedule for the 2024 Lok Sabha elections was announced.

The ECI decided to share the steps taken to enforce the MCC in an effort to maintain transparency during the electoral period.

This aims to address and stop "misgivings and insinuations" from certain quarters.