15. Is there a ban on state resources being given to or received by political parties or candidates (excluding regulated public funding)?

India

India

Answer
Yes
Source

"Every political party is entitled to accept contribution offered to it by any person or company voluntarily, other than a Government company."

Source:  Section 29B, Representation of the People Act, 1951

Comment

Government companies are not allowed to contribute any amount to political parties, or to persons for political purposes.

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