Growing list of tainted candidates Back
In the recently concluded seventh phase of polls, 222, that is 17% of the 1292 candidates analysed, are facing criminal charges. This is according to a report by the Association for Democratic Reforms.
Of the 222 candidates analysed, 139 face serious charges like murder, attempt to murder, communal disharmony and electoral violations. 11 candidates are alleged to have committed crimes against women.