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Election Commission Faces Objection Over Name Similarity: "Awam Pakistan Party" vs "Hum Awam Pakistan Party"
Objection filed with Election Commission over "Awam Pakistan Party" name similarity. Chairman of "Hum Awam Pakistan Party" cites Election Act for distinct party names.
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by News Desk
2024-07-09
Election Commission Faces Objection Over Name Similarity:

The Election Commission of Pakistan has received objections regarding the registration of the "Awam Pakistan Party," raised by Muhammad Amjad Chaudhry, Chairman of the "Hum Awam Pakistan Party." The objection stems from the perceived similarity in names, which could potentially confuse voters and impact existing vote banks.

 

According to Chaudhry, under the provisions of the Election Act, each political party must have a unique name to distinguish itself clearly in the political landscape. He argued that the registration of "Awam Pakistan Party" could adversely affect the electoral prospects of "Hum Awam Pakistan Party," which has been active for the past 5-4 years and has established a significant vote bank.

 

The objection comes in the wake of former Prime Minister Shahid Khaqan Abbasi's announcement to establish a new political entity under the name "Awam Pakistan Party." Chaudhry's concern underscores the importance of name clarity in political branding and electoral processes, ensuring transparency and minimizing voter confusion.

 

The Election Commission is expected to review the objection and make a determination in accordance with legal provisions governing political party registration.

 

 
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