What specific procedural failures did Bersih note by the EC?

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Bersih noted specific procedural failures by the EC during the Sarawak polls, including issues with indelible ink application and the distribution of official vote tally forms.

Bersih 2.0 has identified several alleged procedural failures by the Election Commission (EC) during the recent Sarawak state elections. These concerns include instances where indelible ink was applied to the incorrect hand at a polling station and allegations that Returning Officers refused to provide crucial vote tally forms to counting agents. These procedural missteps raise questions about the execution of electoral processes.
Indelible Ink Applied to Wrong Hand at SK Garland

At the SK Garland polling centre in Batu Kitang, indelible ink, intended to prevent multiple voting, was reportedly applied to the wrong hand of voters. This error deviates from standard procedure, which dictates the ink be applied to the forefinger of the dominant hand. The accurate application of indelible ink is a key measure to ensure the integrity of the voting process and prevent fraudulent practices.
Returning Officer Allegedly Refused to Provide Form 14

In Telang Usan, the Returning Officer for Long Likang allegedly failed to provide copies of Form 14 to the counting agents. Form 14 serves as the official record of a polling station's vote tally. The Elections (Conduct of Elections) Regulations stipulate that these forms must be given to counting agents, making this alleged refusal a significant procedural breach.

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