The Representation of the People Act,1950
Section 31. Making false declarations
1[2[Making false declarations. If any person makes in connection with-
(a) The preparation, revision or correction of an electoral roll, or
(b) The inclusion or exclusion of any entry in or from an electoral roll, A statement or declaration in writing which is false and which he either knows or believes to be false or does not believe to be true, he shall be punishable with imprisonment for a term which may extend to one year, or with fine, or with both.]
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1. Ins. by Act 58 of 1958, sec. 11.
2. Subs. by Act 20 of 1960, sec. 4, for section 31.
