7Conduct of election

7 Conduct of election

7 Conduct of election

(1) In the conduct of an election the following intervals shall be allowed:

(a) between the publication of the notice of election and the time stated therein for the close of nominations—not less than 28 days,

(b) between the despatch of voting papers and the day fixed for the election under section 16 (1) of the Act—not less than 14 days.

(2) Notwithstanding subclause (1), the Returning Officer may allow such shorter intervals than are prescribed in that subclause as he considers necessary in order than an election is held on the day fixed for the election under section 16 (1) of the Act.