Why are candidates' agents present at counting centres?

Correct answer: To observe the counting and ensure transparency

Correct answer: A, to observe the counting and help ensure transparency. After polling ends, the votes are counted according to prescribed procedures. Candidates’ agents are allowed to remain present so that they can watch the process on behalf of their candidates. They may point out a possible mistake or irregularity to the authorised election officials, who then examine the matter according to the rules. Their presence does not mean that they count votes independently or decide the result; the official election machinery performs those duties. Option B is wrong because persuading voters belongs to campaigning before polling, not to the counting centre. Option C is wrong because polling-station arrangements are made before and during voting by election officials. Option D is wrong because the election schedule is announced by the competent election authority, not by candidates’ agents during counting. Memory cue: agents watch the count; officials conduct and certify it. This observation helps voters and candidates trust the final result.