Which person persons among the following could be denied the right to vote in Indian General Electio...........

Indian Polity Elections

Which person/persons among the following could be denied the right to vote in Indian General Elections despite being of legal voting age?

1. Persons of unsound mind

2. Persons convicted for certain crimes and corrupt practices

3. Bankrupt or insolvent persons

Select the correct answer using codes given below

1 and 2 only

2 and 3 only

All of the above

1 and 3 only

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Explanation:

Third is incorrect. Bankrupt or insolvent persons are not denied the right to vote in Indian General Elections despite being of legal voting age.
First is correct. Those with unstable mental condition are refrained from voting.
Second is correct. Section 62 in the Representation of the People Act, 1951-
No person shall vote at any election if he is confined in a prison, whether under a sentence of imprisonment or transportation or otherwise, or is in the lawful custody of the police: Provided that nothing in this sub-section shall apply to a person subjected to preventive detention under any law for the time being in force.