History & Civics
With reference to the Election Commission explain the following :
(a) Who appoints the Chief Election Commissioner and other Election Commissioners?
(b) Describe any two functions of the Election Commission.
Answer
(a) The President appoints the Chief Election Commissioner and other Election Commissioners upon the recommendation of a Selection Committee.
(b) Two functions of the Election Commission are:
- To superintend, direct and control elections to the Parliament and the State Legislatures.
- To conduct elections to the posts of the President and the Vice-President.
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