The State Election Commission Monday warned the political parties in Kerala not to use the Sabarimala temple matter as a campaign issue.

Chief Electoral Officer Teeka Ram Meena told the media that citing or invoking religious propaganda on the Sabarimala issue will be a clear violation of the Model Code of Conduct.

He said soliciting the votes in the name of religion or by inciting religious feelings is a clear violation of the Model Code of Conduct.

Kerala will go to the Lok Sabha polls on April 23.