Kathmadu, Feb. 24 -- Hundreds of complaints. Seventy-nine clarifications. And zero action. This is the Election Commission's one-month report card on implementing the election code of conduct aimed at maintaining election sanctity and decency.

The constitutional election management body, on January 19, enforced the code of conduct targeted for the March 5 elections. It was brought into force after different rounds of discussions with the political parties participating in the March 5 polls. The commission also sought public feedback before giving it a final shape.

However, 35 days since its implementation, the commission has done nothing except seek clarifications from those allegedly involved in breaching election norms. The commission...