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Voting is universal and compulsory for all literate citizens from 18 to 70 years of age. Voting is optional for citizens aged 16 and 17, for senior citizens above 70, and for illiterates of any age.

Candidates must belong to a political party. The registration of a political party is effected by - the Higher Electoral Tribunal, following the fulfillment of certain minimum requirements established by legislation.

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