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Smear campaigns

Sir, — The Election Commission's reported plan that political parties should get its clearance before political advertisements are aired is a welcome step.

However, the Commission will have a stupendous task monitoring the numerous private cable operators unless they cooperate.

The term `advertisement' is associated with a commercial technique to woo consumers. It is unfortunate that political parties are resorting to it.

R.K. Divakara,
Bangalore

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Sir, — As there are numerous cable network channels and political parties, it is not practical to monitor all the ads. The EC can lay down a rule that the parties should submit their advertisements for pre-telecast clearance 10 days in advance.

B.S. Ganesh,
Bangalore

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Sir, — With each election, the EC is saddled with more onerous responsibilities. This reflects the steep decline in political morality.

H.R. Bapu Satyanarayana,
Mysore

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