How does election campaigning help voters?

Correct answer: It gives voters information about candidates and policies

Direct answer: A, campaigning gives voters information about candidates, parties, programmes, and policies. During a campaign, candidates present their ideas, explain proposed actions, discuss public problems, and answer criticism. Voters can compare these claims with the record and promises of other candidates before making a choice. A is correct because informed comparison improves the quality of electoral decision-making. Campaigning should not be confused with guaranteed truth: claims may need to be examined carefully, and voters should consider reliable information rather than rumours or personal attacks. B is wrong because the purpose of lawful campaigning is to reach and persuade voters, not stop them from voting. C is wrong because vote counting occurs after polling and is not erased by campaigning. D is wrong because campaigns introduce candidates to the public rather than hide them. Memory cue: campaign = information, comparison, and choice; it is not the vote itself.