None of the above - Wikipedia
WEBNone of the above" (NOTA), or none for short, also known as "against all" or a "scratch" vote, is a ballot option in some jurisdictions or organizations, designed to allow the voter to indicate disapproval of the candidates in a voting system.
None of the above (India) - Wikipedia
WEBNone of the Above, abbreviated as NOTA, has been provided as an option to the voters of India in most elections since 2013. By expressing a preference for none of the above, a citizen can choose not to vote for any candidates who are contesting the elections.
Lok Sabha Elections 2024: What is NOTA? What happens when NOTA …
WEBApr 15, 2024 · lok sabha elections 2024. what is nota. The "None of the Above" (NOTA) option allows voters to formally express their rejection of all running candidates. Selecting NOTA as a voting option signifies that the voter has not selected any party to support.
10 things to know about NOTA — a voter's right to reject
WEBThe apex court directed the Election Commission to have an option of 'None Of The Above' (NOTA) on the electronic voting machines (EVMs) and ballot papers in a major electoral reform. How is a...
NOTA Option in Indian Elections - दृष्टि आईएएस
WEBJun 8, 2024 · It is a voting option on the ballots and Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) that allows voters to indicate disapproval of all contesting candidates without choosing any of them. NOTA empowers the electors to express their negative opinions and a lack of support for the contenders.
Lok Sabha election results 2024: NOTA votes rank 3rd in 24 of 25 …
WEBJun 6, 2024 · The NOTA (None of the Above) button on the electronic voting machines was the third choice of voters in 24 of the 25 Lok Sabha constituencies that went to poll in Gujarat on May 7, garnering a vote share of 1.56 per cent. The only exception was Jamnagar, where NOTA votes cast bagged the fourth spot among the total votes polled.
Does NOTA really matter? - Lok Sabha Elections 2024: What is NOTA…
WEBApr 15, 2024 · Many argue on if NOTA votes really matter. According to some people, NOTA has no electoral value in Indian systems because, in theory, the candidate with the most votes—possibly even just one—will be declared the winner even if NOTA receives the maximum number of votes.
What is NOTA and when was it introduced? - India Today
WEBApr 19, 2024 · A NOTA vote is considered neutral and holds no arithmetic value towards the final tally. It differs from a negative vote and serves as a means for voters to express their discontent without directly impacting the electoral outcome.
Two lakh plus NOTA votes in Indore: Why NOTA was introduced, …
WEBJun 4, 2024 · The BJP’s Shankar Lalwani has won in Indore with a massive 10.09 lakh margin, receiving 12,26,751 votes. His nearest competitor: NOTA, with 2,18,674 votes. The extraordinary result in Indore is the most votes that the “None Of The Above” (NOTA) option has ever received in any constituency to date.
NOTA: Decoding ’None of The Above’ option in Lok Sabha elections …
WEBMay 14, 2024 · NOTA – short for 'None of The Above' – is a much-debated option available to voters during elections. Those who support the idea of NOTA say it at least helps one to exercise his/her right to...