The fourth phase of Lok Sabha elections has begun, with 96 Lok Sabha seats up for grabs in 10 states. Along with this, voting is also being held for Assembly seats in Andhra Pradesh and Odisha. Some of the major candidates to watch out for are Samajwadi Party leader Akhilesh Yadav, central minister Giriraj Singh, Nityanand Rai and Congress leader Adhir Ranjan Choudhary. Stay tuned for updates on the results.
Phase 4 of Lok Sabha Elections: An Overview
The fourth phase of the 2019 Lok Sabha elections commenced on April 29, 2019, covering 96 Lok Sabha seats spread across 10 states. Simultaneously, elections were also held for Assembly seats in Andhra Pradesh and Odisha.
Key Candidates and Contests
Several high-profile candidates participated in Phase 4, including:
Voter Turnout and Security
The voter turnout in Phase 4 was 67.27%, a slight increase from the previous phase. Adequate security arrangements were made to ensure a peaceful and fair election process.
Background
The Lok Sabha is the lower house of the Indian Parliament and comprises 543 elected members. The general election is held every five years, with each constituency electing one representative through a first-past-the-post system. The 2019 election is the 17th general election in India's history.
Top 5 FAQs and Answers
Q1: What is the significance of Phase 4 in the Lok Sabha elections? A: Phase 4 covers several key battleground states and constituencies, making it crucial in determining the overall outcome of the election.
Q2: Who are the major political parties in Phase 4? A: The main contenders in Phase 4 include the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), the Indian National Congress (INC), the Samajwadi Party (SP), the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD), and the Biju Janata Dal (BJD).
Q3: When were the previous Lok Sabha elections held? A: The previous general election was held in 2014, where the BJP led by Narendra Modi secured a majority to form the government.
Q4: What is the expected voter turnout in Phase 4? A: The Election Commission expects a high voter turnout in Phase 4, as it includes densely populated states with political awareness.
Q5: What are the key issues being discussed in Phase 4? A: Candidates in Phase 4 are focusing on local issues such as development, unemployment, and infrastructure, as well as national topics like terrorism, corruption, and economic growth.
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