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After SC Order, Andhra SEC Faces a High-Stakes Test of Neutrality

By Gopavajhala Diwakar The Andhra Pradesh State Election Commission (SEC) is facing a major test of neutrality and transparency following the Supreme Court’s intervention in the ongoing urban local body election process. The controversy arose after the opposition YSR Congress Party (YSRCP) alleged attacks, intimidation and obstruction of its candidates during the nomination process. The Supreme Court’s directions have placed

After SC Order, Andhra SEC Faces a High-Stakes Test of Neutrality

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