kandidaatidega

Kandidaadiga is a term used in Estonian politics to describe a situation where a candidate's nomination or candidacy for public office is not strictly in accordance with the formal rules or procedures. This can occur due to various reasons, such as a misunderstanding of the rules, an omission or error in the nomination process, or a dispute over the interpretation of the applicable regulations.

In Estonian politics, each public office has specific requirements and procedures that a candidate must follow in order to be eligible to stand for the position. This includes meeting certain qualifications, registering with the relevant authorities, and collecting a prescribed number of signatures or nomination forms. If a candidate fails to meet these requirements, their nomination may be considered kandidaadiga, and may be declared invalid.

The term kandidaadiga was introduced in Estonia in the early 2000s as a way to simplify and standardize the terminology used in the election process. Prior to this, different terms and phrases were used to describe such situations, which could lead to confusion and uncertainty.

If a nomination is found to be kandidaadiga, it may be rejected or invalidated by the relevant authority, and the candidate may be barred from running for the position. In some cases, the candidate or their supporters may contest the decision, arguing that the nomination was technically valid or that the rules were unfairly applied. The outcome will depend on the specific circumstances and the applicable laws and regulations.