Question
Which among the following is not the function of Returning officer?

Answer

  1. Allotment of symbols for the contesting candidates.
Explanation:
The Returning Officer is responsible for conducting elections in the parliamentary or assembly constituency as per the Representation of Peoples Act 1951. Whereas, options A, B and D are the functions of Returning Officer. The Election Commission allots symbols to recognize political parties and the candidates for election.
Hence, option C is correct answer.

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