It further stated that BJP Karnataka, in putting out the video and the advertisement had violated Section 123 (3A) of the Representation of People’s Act, 1951 by seeking votes on the ground of religion. By attempting to promote hatred among the Muslim and SC/ST/OBC communities, their actions also attracted IPC sections 153(A)1(a), IPC 505(2).
A letter has also been written to the Election Commission. It reads, “Mr Modi’s inflammatory speeches have wide social impact and pose a great threat to the harmony in society. It is imperative that the Election Commission takes swift and appropriate action against him. Any failure to do so will raise serious doubts over the independence and credibility of the Commission.
B.PAC and DAKSH study focuses on criminal cases declared by candidates in Urban Bengaluru parliamentary constituencies. Findings show five out of six candidates have criminal complaints.
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