Volume 04 Issue 11-2024
7
International Journal Of History And Political Sciences
(ISSN
–
2771-2222)
VOLUME
04
ISSUE
11
P
AGES
:
07-09
OCLC
–
1121105677
Publisher:
Oscar Publishing Services
Servi
ABSTRACT
This article examines the role and importance of the new electoral system. This year, the Republic of Uzbekistan held
elections for the first time under a new mixed electoral system, which will combine elements of the majoritarian and
proportional electoral systems. In previous years, parliamentary elections in Uzbekistan were held under a
majoritarian system, which provided for the creation of single-mandate constituencies and voters voting for specific
candidates from parties represented in a particular constituency.
KEYWORDS
Elections, Central Election Commision, electoral rights, independence, legality, collegiality, transparency, fairness,
parliamentary, Human Rights, voting, citizens, Parlament, electoral process.
INTRODUCTION
Elections are the most important institution of any
democratic system, and their organization is one of the
key tasks of the state, striving to ensure the legitimacy
and transparency of the process. In Uzbekistan, in the
context of the parliamentary elections to be held on
October 27, 2024, the activities of the Central Election
Commission (CEC) play a fundamental role in the
preparation and conduct of the election campaign.
Over the years of independence, Uzbekistan has
created an effective legal framework aimed at
regulating the electoral rights of citizens, among which
a special place is occupied by the laws "On the Election
of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan", "On
the Central Election Commission of the Republic of
Uzbekistan" and other regulatory acts.
The activities of the Central Election Commission are
based on a number of principles enshrined in the
legislation of the Republic of Uzbekistan. According to
Article 2 of the Law "On the Central Election
Research Article
CONDUCTING ELECTIONS TO THE PARLIAMENT OF THE REPUBLIC OF
UZBEKISTAN: ACTIVITIES OF THE CENTRAL ELECTORAL COMMISSION
AND MODERN MECHANISMS FOR ENSURING LEGITIMACY
Submission Date:
October 25, 2024,
Accepted Date:
October 30, 2024,
Published Date:
November 06, 2024
Crossref doi:
https://doi.org/10.37547/ijhps/Volume04Issue11-02
Mukhutdinova Gavkharkhon
Teacher Of The Department Of Legal Sciences, National University Of Uzbekistan
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Volume 04 Issue 11-2024
8
International Journal Of History And Political Sciences
(ISSN
–
2771-2222)
VOLUME
04
ISSUE
11
P
AGES
:
07-09
OCLC
–
1121105677
Publisher:
Oscar Publishing Services
Servi
Commission of the Republic of Uzbekistan", the main
principles of the CEC are independence, legality,
collegiality, transparency and fairness. These principles
are aimed at ensuring the democratic foundations of
the electoral process, which allows citizens to freely
exercise their electoral rights. Particular attention in
the preparation for the upcoming parliamentary
elections is paid to issues of transparency, openness
and publicity of all stages of the electoral process. The
Central Election Commission operates in accordance
with the requirements of the legislation and the
Program of the main events for the preparation and
holding of elections to the Oliy Majlis of the Republic of
Uzbekistan.
The presence of international and foreign observers
plays an important role in ensuring the transparency
and democratic nature of elections. It is expected that
more than 1,000 observers will be accredited for the
elections on October 27, 2024, including about 400
from 50 countries, as well as 500 from 21 international
organizations, including the CIS, the OSCE Office for
Democratic Institutions and Human Rights, the
Shanghai
Cooperation
Organization
and
the
Organization of Turkic States. In addition, 60 observers
will represent the election commissions of 26
countries.
On September 23, 2024, the Central Election
Commission held a meeting to discuss the
accreditation of observers and the establishment of
the Operational Information Center. The active
participation of international organizations, including a
full-scale mission of the OSCE Office for Democratic
Institutions and Human Rights, demonstrates
Uzbekistan's desire to ensure the transparency of
elections.
Modern mechanisms for ensuring the transparency
and legitimacy of elections in international practice:
With the development of technology, the mechanism
for ensuring the transparency and legitimacy of
elections has undergone significant changes. Modern
methods used to organize elections are aimed at
minimizing the possibility of fraud and increasing
citizens' confidence in the electoral process.
The most significant mechanisms include the
following:
1. Electronic voting. This method minimizes errors in
vote counting and speeds up the process of processing
the results.
2. Biometric technologies. These technologies prevent
double voting and improve the accuracy of voter
identification.
3. Transparent ballot boxes and video surveillance.
These measures allow the public to observe the voting
process, which promotes transparency.
4. Digital voter lists. Automation of list verification
prevents the possibility of voting using absentee
ballots.
5. Monitoring by independent observers. The presence
of observers ensures control over compliance with all
rules and procedures.
6. Public access to election results. Openness of results
in real time helps increase citizens' confidence.
7. Strengthening control through the media. Publicity
through the media increases confidence in the
electoral process.
These mechanisms serve to strengthen the legitimacy
of elections and minimize the risks of manipulation,
which in turn helps strengthen democracy in the
country.
Volume 04 Issue 11-2024
9
International Journal Of History And Political Sciences
(ISSN
–
2771-2222)
VOLUME
04
ISSUE
11
P
AGES
:
07-09
OCLC
–
1121105677
Publisher:
Oscar Publishing Services
Servi
Political advertising is an important element of the
election campaign. During pre-election periods, it plays
a decisive role in shaping public opinion and promoting
political parties and candidates. The main goal of
political advertising is to attract voters' attention to a
candidate or party and to form their positive image.
There are two main types of political advertising: direct
(campaigning) and indirect (image). Direct advertising
is aimed at convincing voters to vote for a specific
candidate or party through television commercials,
leaflets, Internet banners, etc. Indirect advertising is
based on creating a positive image through
participation in social initiatives, publications in the
media and other forms of influence.
However, political advertising can also be subject to
manipulation, which can distort voters' perceptions
and, ultimately, undermine the democratic process.
Therefore, it is important that voters are informed
about ways to critically perceive such advertising.
The Central Election Commission of the Republic of
Uzbekistan plays a key role in organizing and holding
parliamentary elections, adhering to the principles of
transparency, openness and independence. Modern
mechanisms for ensuring the legitimacy of elections,
supported by international observers, are aimed at
minimizing violations and strengthening trust in the
electoral process. Political advertising, as an important
tool in the election process, also requires careful
attention from citizens to ensure fairness and honesty
of the elections.
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