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APSC Answer Writing (Daily) based on Assam Tribune – 6/04/2026

For APSC CCE and other Assam Competitive examinations aspirants, practicing Daily Answer Writing is vital. This blog covers the most important Main question and its model Answer from the Assam Tribune today (6-04-2026).

📝 GS Mains Model Question

Q. “Free and fair elections are the bedrock of democracy, but the increasing influence of money power poses serious challenges.”
Discuss the role of the Election Commission of India in addressing this issue.

✍️ Model Answer

🔹 Introduction

Free and fair elections ensure the legitimacy of democratic governance. However, the growing role of money power, inducements, and illicit electoral practices threatens electoral integrity. The Election Commission of India (ECI) plays a pivotal role in maintaining the sanctity of elections through regulatory and enforcement mechanisms.

Recent large-scale electoral seizures in Assam highlight both the magnitude of the problem and the proactive role of ECI .

🔹 Role of Election Commission of India

1. Constitutional Authority

Established under Article 324
Supervises, directs, and controls elections

2. Enforcement Mechanisms

Flying Squads & Surveillance Teams
- Monitor illegal cash and inducements
Seizure Operations
- Confiscation of:
  - Cash
  - Liquor
  - Drugs
  - Freebies
Use of Technology
- Electronic Seizure Management System

3. Regulatory Framework

Model Code of Conduct (MCC)
- Ensures ethical campaign practices
Expenditure Monitoring
- Caps on candidate spending

4. Voter Awareness

Campaigns like:
- SVEEP (Systematic Voters’ Education and Electoral Participation)

🔹 Challenges in Curbing Money Power

1. Rising Election Expenditure

Increasing cost of campaigns

2. Innovative Malpractices

Digital payments, hidden transactions

3. Weak Legal Enforcement

MCC not legally binding

4. Political Pressure

Maintaining neutrality

5. Voter Behaviour

Acceptance of inducements

🔹 Significance of Recent Seizures

Demonstrates:
- Scale of electoral malpractice
Reflects:
- ECI’s proactive enforcement
Enhances:
- Credibility of elections

🔹 Way Forward

1. Legal Backing to MCC

Make provisions enforceable

2. Transparent Political Funding

Reform electoral bonds, disclosure norms

3. Technology Integration

AI-based monitoring of transactions

4. Stronger Penalties

Deterrent punishment for violations

5. Voter Awareness

Ethical voting campaigns

🔹 Conclusion

While the Election Commission has taken significant steps to curb the influence of money power, the challenge remains systemic and evolving. Strengthening institutional mechanisms, legal frameworks, and public awareness is essential to uphold the integrity and credibility of India’s democratic process.

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