Q. Consider the following statements related to the Model Code of Conduct in India:

1. Use of any place of worship for election propaganda is prohibited.
2. Once elections are announced, Ministers can lay foundation stones of any projects.
3. No party can use government vehicles, aircrafts, and officials for election purposes.

Which of the above statements is / are correct?
Answer: Only 1 and 3
Notes: The Model Code of Conduct prohibits use of places of worship for election propaganda and bars political parties from using government vehicles, aircrafts, and officials for election work. Once elections are announced, Ministers cannot lay foundation stones or take significant policy decisions. Thus, only statements 1 and 3 are correct.