The Election Commission mandates recognized political parties to conduct regular organizational elections and maintain records of membership as per the ______ Order, 1968.
- Political Parties Registration
- Election Symbols
- Conduct of Elections
- Representation of People
Answer: Election Symbols
Election Symbols (Reservation and Allotment) Order, 1968: Recognized parties must: (a) Conduct organizational elections periodically, (b) Maintain membership records, (c) Submit audited accounts to ECI, (d) Follow internal democratic procedures. Non-compliance can lead to derecognition. Aims to promote inner-party democracy, though enforcement remains challenging.