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Section 28 of The Representation of the People Act, 1951

Duties of a polling officer.

It shall be the duty of the polling officers at a polling station to assist the presiding officer for such station in the performance of his functions.

Summary

Polling officers have a duty to assist the presiding officer at the station.
They must help with any functions the presiding officer needs to perform.

Practical examples

1Polling Officer Ravi helps Presiding Officer Sarah by checking the names of voters against the official list as they enter the room.

2When the presiding officer needs to seal a box, the polling officer holds the lid steady and helps apply the wax.

FAQ

1. What are the duties of a polling officer under Section 28 of the Representation of the People Act, 1951?

According to Section 28 of the Representation of the People Act, 1951, the duty of polling officers is to assist the presiding officer in performing their functions.

2. Does a polling officer work independently under the 1951 Act?

No, Section 28 of the 1951 Act indicates they work to assist the presiding officer of the station.

Test yourself

1.According to Section 28 of the Representation of the People Act, 1951, what is the primary role of a polling officer?

2.Under Section 28 of the People Act, 1951, who is the polling officer assisting?

3.If a presiding officer has a task to do, can a polling officer help under Section 28 of the 1951 law?

4.Looking at Section 27 and 28 of the Representation of the People Act, 1951 together, who is responsible for keeping order?

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