Objective of The Electoral Commission
The Electoral Act defines the objective of the Electoral Commission as
βto administer the electoral system impartially, efficiently, effectively, and in a way that β
- Facilitates participation in parliamentary democracy; and
- Promotes understanding of the electoral system; and
- Maintains confidence in the administration of the electoral system.β
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