Section 47(1) in Tamil Nadu Panchayats (Elections) Rules, 1995
(1)Every elector shall, before receiving the ballot paper or ballot papers, allow -(a)the inspection of his left forefinger by the Presiding Officer or Polling Officer; and(b)an indelible ink mark to be put on the back of left forefinger immediately above the root of the nail or skin or in such manner as the State Election Commission may direct in special circumstances.
