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Case Study
You are the Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) of a state plagued by a deep-rooted culture of electoral malpractices, including booth capturing, intimidation, and violence. The ongoing general elections for the Lok Sabha have been marred by widespread incidents of booth capturing, casting a dark shadow over the credibility of the electoral process.
On the third day of polling, the situation escalated to unprecedented levels, with reports pouring in from multiple constituencies across the state. Intimidation tactics, such as threatening voters and election officials, were also widely reported. Additionally, instances of violence, including clashes between rival political factions, further escalated tensions.
The widespread incidents of malpractices had eroded public confidence in the electoral system, leading to disillusionment among voters.
As the CEO, you must take swift and decisive action to address this crisis and ensure the sanctity of the democratic process.
Questions:
1. What are the stakeholders involved in this case?
2. Given the gravity of the situation, outline your immediate strategy to address the ongoing booth capturing incidents and restore order in the affected constituencies.
3. Once the immediate crisis is addressed, what long-term structural reforms would you recommend to overhaul the electoral framework in the state?
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