The Election Commission is empowered under which Section to order re-counting of votes in one or more Polling Stations of a constituency?

The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) is vested with significant powers to ensure the fairness and transparency of elections. One such crucial power is the authority to order a recount of votes.

The correct answer is Section 95. This section of the Elections Act, 2017, explicitly empowers the Election Commission to order a recount of votes in one or more polling stations of a constituency if it deems it necessary to ascertain the accuracy of the election results. This provision is vital for addressing disputes and ensuring public confidence in the electoral outcome.

The other options are incorrect:

• Section 195 typically relates to election petitions and appeals, not recounts.
• Section 200 generally covers miscellaneous provisions or rules.
• Section 16 is too early in the Act to cover such a specific and significant power, often dealing with the Commission's establishment or general functions.