Lok Sabha Elections 2024 FAQs

Producer: Mehak Pal Editor: Manuj Yadav

The Lok Sabha 2024 elections will be held in 7 phases starting April 19, the Election Commission announced. Results will be declared on June 4.

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Here are the answers to the frequently-asked questions on the Lok Sabha elections.

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When will voting be held for the 2024 Lok Sabha polls?

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Polling will be held in seven phases starting April 19. Phase 1 voting on April 19, Phase 2 on April 26, Phase 3 on May 7, Phase 4 on May 13, Phase 5 on May 20, Phase 6 on May 25 and Phase 7 on June 1.

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When will counting of votes be held?

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The results will be announced on June 4.

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According to the Election Commission of India, a total of 96.8 crore people are eligible to vote in the upcoming 2024 Lok Sabha polls.

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Who is eligible to be registered as a voter?

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One must be an Indian citizen, at least 18 years of age, and an ordinary resident of the area concerned.

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How can one get registered/enrolled in the electoral roll?

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How many seats are going to polls?

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In the upcoming elections a total of 543 Parliamentary constituencies will go to polls. Additionally, four states, Andhra Pradesh, Arunachal Pradesh, Odisha, and Sikkim will vote in Assembly elections alongside the national polls.

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What if I can't find my name in the electoral rolls, who do I go to for help?

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If your name is missing from the electoral rolls, you can contact the nearest Election Commission office or visit the National Voters' Services Portal at www.nvsp.in.

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What if I don't have an election card? How do I register? Can I register online?

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Even without an election ID card, you can still vote using most government-issued photo identity documents.

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What are bellwether seats?

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Bellwether seats are those that historically vote for the eventual winner.

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