57. What power is granted to the institution(s) responsible for examining reports and/or investigating violations?

55A. (1) Where the Supervisor of Elections is not satisfied that -

(a) a return submitted under section 47 or 52 is a true return; or

(b) that a return that should have been made under section 47 has been duly made,

he may make such investigations as are reasonably necessary for ascertaining the expenses of the candidate in respect of whom the return is submitted.

Source: Article 55A (1), Representation of the People Act, 1971 (amended 2007)

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