The Election Commission has sought clarification from Surendra Bhandari, a candidate of the Rastriya Prajatantra Party (RPP) from Kathmandu Constituency No. 4, over alleged violations of the Election Code of Conduct, 2082. The Commission has directed Bhandari to submit a written response after receiving a complaint accusing him of breaching the code.
According to the Commission, a complaint was filed alleging that Bhandari made hateful remarks targeting gender and sexual minority communities, thereby spreading misinformation in society. The complaint cites a violation of Clause (c) of Section 4 of the Election Code of Conduct, 2082. Based on this complaint, the Commission decided to seek clarification from the candidate.
In its official letter, the Election Commission reminded that election campaigning must not harm the sentiments or character of senior citizens, women, sexual minority communities, or persons with disabilities, as per prevailing legal provisions. The Commission has asked Bhandari to clearly explain whether his statements were in violation of the Election Code of Conduct.
The Election Commission has instructed Bhandari to submit his clarification within three days from the date of receipt of the letter.
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