3. Civil Organizations and Civil Society Civil organizations and civil society can give special attention and steps to protect human rights and civil rights during elections in the following aspects: Election Stage Pre Election Period Election Period Post Election Period 10 Effective Measures  Contribute to creating public awareness on civil rights and human rights locally.  Providing them with important views and suggestions in the local context on various issues of civil rights and human rights protection in electoral discussions.  To encourage all citizens and voters locally to demonstrate and practice human rights, civil rights and tolerant behaviour.  To play an effective role in shaping public opinion for the peaceful coexistence of all and protection of civil rights.  Be wary of rumor of any kind.  Taking verified and constructive action without being influenced by social media news.  Encouraging voters to exercise their right to vote in an informed and independent manner.  In the event of any violation of civil rights or human rights, the local administration and law enforcement agencies should be informed immediately and the National Human Rights Commission should also be informed if necessary.  To provide well thought out, impartial and independent opinions/ recommendations to the local administration or the Election Commission by observing the election situation locally.  Be wary of any rumours.  Taking pre-verified constructive action without being swayed by social media news.  Maintain communication, exchange of information and coordination with local administration, law enforcement agencies and local organizations to ensure peaceful co-existence of all political party candidates and their supporters in the constituency.  Arrange for special vigilance in areas inhabited by ethnic and religious minorities, collect information and take immediate action by informing appropriate authorities as the case may be.  Be wary of rumor of any kind.  Taking pre-verified constructive action without being influenced by social media news.  Formation of vulnerable area based social prevention committees and keeping them active to monitor the local situation.