Last Updated on: 8th February 2024, 01:12 pm
Today, on February 8th, the people of Pakistan are exercising their right to vote in the 12th General Elections, casting ballots to select their representatives for both national and provincial assemblies.
Overseeing the electoral process is the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP), the apex body responsible for conducting polls across the country. To uphold the integrity and transparency of the elections, the ECP utilizes various forms for the compilation of results.
Forms 45-49 Explained: Everything Voters Should Know for the 2024 Elections
Below are the key forms employed by the ECP for this purpose:
Form 45:
This form is completed by the presiding officers at each polling station. It includes vital information such as the polling station number, constituency name, total number of registered voters, total votes cast, and the number of votes secured by each candidate.
Once filled out, Form 45 is submitted to the returning officer, with copies provided to each polling agent.
Form 46:
Serving as a record of ballot papers dispatched to the polling station, Form 46 documents any discrepancies such as incorrect, canceled, or challenged ballot papers.
It also notes any irregularities observed during the voting process.
Form 47:
This form documents the total number of votes rejected by election officials, along with a breakdown of votes secured by each candidate based on unofficial results from each constituency.
Form 48:
Providing a comprehensive overview, Form 48 details the total number of votes cast for each candidate within a constituency.
Form 49:
The official record of election results for every constituency is captured in Form 49. It includes detailed information about the candidates, the total number of votes secured, and any party affiliations.
By meticulously documenting and tabulating election results through these forms, the Election Commission of Pakistan aims to uphold the integrity of the democratic process and ensure a fair representation of the electorate’s choices.