Section 21U(8) in The Bihar Co-operative Societies Rules, 1959
(8)Used ballot papers and other records pertaining to the election shall be put in a cover or container and shall be sealed by the Election Officer/Polling Officer. Any candidate may also affix his seal thereon, if he so desires. The cover or container so sealed shall be entrusted by the Election Officer/Polling Officer to the Chief Executive of the society who shall acknowledge the receipt and be responsible for its safe custody for twelve months or till such time as the Registrar directs.
