Explanation:

As per Section 123 of RPA 1951, all of these constitute corrupt practices. Section 123(3) was in news recently because of the landmark judgment by the Supreme Court that prohibit the use of religion, race, caste or language as a ground for canvassing votes in an election.

Corrupt practices under section 123 are

•  giving bribery, undue rewards or gifts to voters

•  attempts to induce the voter to vote for any particular candidate or otherwise he will become an object of divine displeasure.

•   promotion of hatred for campaigning

•    usage of religion, race, caste or language for canvassing votes

•              appealing to national symbols for the furtherance of prospects of the candidate

•              usage of government vehicles for campaigning

•              false and purposive allegation against opponent candidates’ personal character or conduct

•              spending more money than allowed

Acceptance of any offer of liquor or other intoxicants or a dinner to vote for a particular candidate or not to vote for him is bribery.

The provision of Corrupt Practice under section 123 (5) will cover conveyance of any elector, to or from any polling station.