NBCC launch clean election pledge card

‘I will have only one Voter’s Identity Card for the whole electoral process’  

Our Correspondent
Kohima | July 24  

As part of “Clean Election Campaign,” the Nagaland Baptist Church Council (NBCC) has developed a Clean Election Pledge Card.  

This pledge card was made available by NBCC’s youth department during a state-wide launching programme of “Clean Election Campaign” last week at the Kohima Science College, Jotsoma.  

The campaign aims to educate college students about clean election under the theme “The impact of our birth right.” Talking to The Morung Express, Vikuo Rhi, youth secretary NBCC said the campaign will reach out to all the government and private colleges across the state.  

The pledge card begins with the declaration of oneself which reads “ I……….(Name)… understand that the election of right leaders in our land is my birth right and a God-given responsibility. It is my belief that active participation in the process of clean election will lead towards good governance, socio -political reform and just peace in the society.” “In realizing this God-given rights and responsibilities I pledge myself on the following:”  

CLEAN ELECTION PLEDGE CARD

*    I will not tamper my date of birth and register myself or anybody on the electoral role before 18 years of age.

*    I will have only one Voter’s Identity Card for the whole electoral process.

*    I will not entertain and indulge in substance abuse, sexual immorality and in any form of corrupt activities that are not in tune with Christian principles during election.

*    I will not manipulate and misguide others against their choice and will.

*    I will honour the freedom of choice, particularly during elections, and not be forced or force anyone by the so-called collective decision of clan, khel, village, range, clubs etc to caste vote of a candidate.

*    I will keep secret voting a personal matter.

*    I will not cast any proxy vote or impersonate any other person in any way nor knowingly allow anyone to cast my vote.

*    I will not solicit or give away money and other forms of favours for my vote or for buying votes.