Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita
Chapter 9
Offences relating to Elections
Section 169 • Candidate, electoral right defined
Description
For the purposes of this Chapter—
(a) “candidate” means a person who has been nominated as a candidate at any election;
(b) “electoral right” means the right of a person to stand, or not to stand as, or to withdraw from being, a candidate or to vote or refrain from voting at an election.
📖 Understanding This Section
This section is part of Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, Chapter 9 (Offences relating to Elections). Legal provisions are subject to interpretation by courts and may be amended by legislation. For specific legal advice regarding this section, please consult a qualified legal professional.