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What is the reason given for the amendment to Section 140 of the Elections Act, 2023?

A. To reduce the influence of serving judges
B. To address the heavy workload and pendency of cases in high courts
C. To increase the power of the Election Commission
D. To implement recommendations from international election observers

Submitted by: Areesha Khan

Explanation: The amendment to Section 140 was made because the heavy workload and pendency of cases in high courts made it difficult for serving judges to spare the required time for swift adjudication of election petitions.

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The correct answer to the question: "What is the reason given for the amendment to Section 140 of the Elections Act, 2023?" is "To address the heavy workload and pendency of cases in high courts".

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