2009 Indian general election campaign controversies

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The 2009 Indian general election was held in five phases between 16 April – 13 May 2009. During the course of the campaign, several controversies arose, with parties being accused by one another and the Election Commission of India of violating the model code of conduct that was in force during the election.

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Indian National Congress

Janata Dal (United)

Bharatiya Janata Party

Samajwadi Party

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