Briefly explain the procedure laid down in the Representation of the People Act (RPA), 1951 for the registration of political parties with the Election Commission of India (ECI). What are Registered Unrecognized Political Parties (RUPPs)? What concerns are associated with them? Does the ECI have powers to de-register a political party? (15 marks, 250 words)

The registration of Political Parties dealt with by RPA, 1951 which empowers Election Commission to register & oversee political parties.

Procedure Free Registration of Political Party

(i) Submission of concerned Form affidavit to Election Commission of India

(ii) Party Constitution must be split code and be in light Combination & Laws

(iii) Must uphold all valley laws and inner-party democracy

(iv) Submission of required Fees after

Registered Unrecognized Political Parties

(i) These parties which are registered but do not have any recognition as national or State party

(ii) National Party: 6% Voted votes in LoK Sabha or State election in 4or more State & 2 seats

State party: 2/L Lok Sabha or State election & 2 Seats from 3 or more in 4 States

(iii) State Party: 6% of total Voted votes billed

L/25 Seat allocated to State for LS

6% of total Voted votes in State election & 2 Seats

Concerns of RUPP:

(i) Corruption & misappropriation of funds

(ii) Used by unscrupulous political parties to