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title: "Model Code of Conduct — Definition & Meaning"
description: "The Model Code of Conduct is a set of guidelines by the Election Commission of India to regulate parties and candidates during elections."
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Model Diplomat Research Team · Last reviewed June 22, 2026

TL;DR

- The Model Code of Conduct is a set of guidelines issued by the Election Commission of India to regulate the conduct of parties, candidates and governments during elections.
- Is the Model Code of Conduct legally binding?
- When does the Model Code of Conduct come into force and when does it lapse?
- Which constitutional provision empowers the ECI to enforce the MCC?
- How did the manifesto provisions enter the MCC?

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