16. Is there a limit on the amount a donor can contribute to a political party during an election?
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Bhutan
Chapter 6, Section 54 (page 22): 'The Election Commission shall, disburse funds to a party for the Primary Round which shall be calculated at an amount equal to or less than 130,000 Nu/ [I$ 6270] - per constituency or as may be fixed by the Election Commission from time to time and having regard to the provisions of sections 19 to 23 and the total number of constituencies.'Chapter 7, Section 65 (page 26): 'no individual or organization, during anelection period, shall sponsor meals, entertainment, donations or activity of any kind which may benefit or damage the electoral prospects of any party or candidate' (Source: Public Election Fund Act of the Kingdom of Bhutan, 2008)
Individuals, organisations etc are not allowed to make any contributions during election periods. Eligible parties can apply for?funding from the Election Commission however.