Which of the following statements are true in relation to the General Elections – 2024 to the Lok Sabha?
A. The election schedule was announced on 20th February 2024 by the Election Commission of India.
B. The first phase of election was held on 19th April 2024.
C. The voting in Telangana was held on 13th May 2024.
D. In this election, for the first time, vote from home facility was introduced to women.
Choose the correct answer:
(1) B and C only
(3) A and B only
(3) A, C and D only
(4) C and D only
Answer: 1
The election schedule was announced on 16th March 2024 by the Election Commission of India. Phase 1, beginning on April 19, will witness voting across 21 states and union territories for a total of 102 seats. The 2024 Indian general election was held in Telangana on 13 May 2024 to elect 17 members of the 18th Lok Sabha.
In a historic decision, the Election Commission on Saturday announced ‘vote-from-home’ facilities for citizens who are above 85 years of age and people suffering from physical disabilities.
- Vote-for-home’ option for elderly people who are over 85 years of age and citizens with 40 percent disability.
- Transport facilities for people with disabilities and the elderly.