In continuation to this Directorate Notification No F 1 29 98 DGE dated 08 10 1999 and in partial modification

## Policy Analysis Report: Amendment Regarding Election Symbols for Delhi Sikh Gurdwara Management Committee Elections **1. Executive Summary:** This report analyzes an amendment to the Delhi Sikh Gurdwara Management Committee (DSGMC) Election of Members Rules, 1974. This amendment, enacted on January 8, 2021, specifically concerns the reservation of the "TABLE LAMP" symbol for candidates sponsored by the Sikh Sadbhawna Dal, a recognised religious party. The amendment modifies the list of reserved and free symbols for the election. The report details the specific changes, their likely rationale, and potential impact on the election process. **2. Introduction:** The purpose of this report is to provide an informative overview of an amendment to the Delhi Sikh Gurdwara Management Committee Election of Members Rules, 1974, as detailed in the provided Government of India notification. The report will analyze the key provisions of the amendment, focusing on its impact on election symbols and the stakeholders involved. **3. Policy Overview:** * **Original Policy:** Delhi Sikh Gurdwara Management Committee Election of Members Rules, 1974. This report analyzes an amendment to this policy. * **Core Objective(s):** Based on the text, the core objective of the broader policy is to govern the election of members to the DSGMC. This specific amendment aims to clarify and modify the allocation of election symbols for the election of members to DSGMC. **4. Background and Rationale:** This document details an amendment. The amendment is likely designed to ensure fair representation and provide a unique identifier for candidates sponsored by the Sikh Sadbhawna Dal. The previous notifications (listed in the document) may not have adequately addressed the symbol allocation for this particular party, or perhaps there was a need to update or clarify the list of reserved symbols. This change likely aims to reduce confusion and ensure a transparent and organized election process by granting the Sikh Sadbhawna Dal the "TABLE LAMP" symbol. **5. Key Provisions / Changes:** This is an amendment. The specific changes introduced by the text are: * **Part of Original Policy Changed:** The lists of Reserved Symbols (List A) and Free Symbols (List B) within the Delhi Sikh Gurdwara Management Committee Election of Members Rules, 1974 are being altered. * **New Rule/Provision:** * The "TABLE LAMP" symbol is specified as a reserved symbol. * The choice of this symbol is restricted to candidates sponsored by the Sikh Sadbhawna Dal. * The "TABLE LAMP" symbol is removed from the list of Free Symbols (List B). * The "TABLE LAMP" symbol is added to the list of Reserved Symbols (List A). * **Difference/Effect of Change:** * Prior to this amendment, the "TABLE LAMP" symbol was likely available for any candidate to choose. * Now, the "TABLE LAMP" symbol is *exclusively* reserved for candidates sponsored by the Sikh Sadbhawna Dal. This prevents other candidates from using the same symbol, providing a clear visual association between the symbol and the party. **6. Target Audience and Stakeholders:** Based on the text, the directly affected stakeholders are: * Candidates contesting elections for membership in the DSGMC. * The Sikh Sadbhawna Dal, as the amendment directly benefits them. * Voters participating in the DSGMC elections, as the clarity of symbols may influence their choices. * The Directorate of Gurdwara Elections, responsible for implementing and overseeing the elections. **7. Implementation Aspects (Inferred):** * **Responsible Agency:** The Directorate of Gurdwara Elections, Govt. of N.C.T. of Delhi, is responsible for implementing this amendment. Narinder Singh, Director, Gurdwara Elections, is explicitly mentioned. * **Timelines/Procedures:** The amendment came into effect on January 8, 2021. Further procedures regarding the allocation of the "TABLE LAMP" symbol during the election process would likely be determined by the Directorate of Gurdwara Elections based on the overall election rules. * The Directorate of Printing at Government of India Press, Ring Road, Mayapuri, New Delhi and the Controller of Publications, Delhi are responsible for publishing this notification. **8. Expected Outcomes / Impact of Changes:** The likely intended outcome of this amendment is: * Increased visibility and recognition of candidates sponsored by the Sikh Sadbhawna Dal. * Reduced potential for voter confusion by clearly associating a specific symbol with a specific party. * A fairer and more transparent election process by guaranteeing distinct symbols for parties. **9. Conclusion:** The amendment regarding the reservation of the "TABLE LAMP" symbol for the Sikh Sadbhawna Dal represents a specific and targeted change to the Delhi Sikh Gurdwara Management Committee Election of Members Rules, 1974. It aims to improve the election process by clarifying the allocation of symbols, promoting party recognition, and reducing voter confusion. This targeted amendment contributes to a more transparent and organized electoral system for the DSGMC elections.

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