Election Commission of India party symbols

Flutes, Chili Peppers, and Frying Pans: How Symbols Enable 900 Million to Vote in India

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Wilfred said “It was decided that the symbols chosen should be such that they are easily understood, remembered, and recognized by an average voter. So, a team of officials would sit together and discuss the day-to-day use articles like a table, telephone, cupboard, and toothbrush—that could be used as symbols by political parties. Sethi, a part of the team, would then draw those items.”