Section 9 in Tamil Nadu Local Bodies Election Symbols (Reservation and Allotment) Order, 2006
9. When splinter groups or rival groups claim to be that party.
- If in an election to the local bodies held on party-basis, rival sections or groups of a recognised political party claim to be that party, the State Election Commission may decide on allotment of symbols to the candidates sponsored by such sections or groups and the State Election Commission's decision shall be final.
