What are the powers and functions of Election Commission of India?
What are the powers and functions of Election Commission of India?
The election commission has the right to allow symbols to the political parties. It gives recognition to the national parties, state parties and regional parties. It sets limits on poll expenses. The commission prepare electoral rolls and update the voter’s list from time to time.
What is the definition of election commission?
An election commission is a body charged with overseeing the implementation of electioneering process of any country.
Who is the first election commissioner of India?
Former Chief Election Commissioner
| 1. Sukumar Sen 21 March 1950 to 19 December 1958 | 2. KVK Sundaram 20 December 1958 to 30 September 1967 |
| 6.SL Shakdhar 18 June 1977 to 17 June 1982 | 7. RK Trivedi 18 June 1982 to 31 December 1985 |
| 11. Dr. MS Gill 12 December 1996 to 13 June 2001 | 12. Mr. J.M. Lyngdoh 14 June 2001 to 7 Feb 2004 |
What is Election Commission of India?
The Election Commission of India is an autonomous constitutional authority responsible for administering Union and State election processes in India. The body administers elections to the Lok Sabha, Rajya Sabha, State Legislative Assemblies in India, and the offices of the President and Vice President in the country.
Who appoints the election commissioner?
| Chief Election Commissioner of India | |
|---|---|
| Nominator | Council of Ministers |
| Appointer | President of India |
| Term length | 6 years or up to 65 years of age (whichever is earlier) |
| Deputy | Election Commissioners of India Deputy Election Commissioners of India |
What is the composition of election commission?
Thus, the Election Commission currently consists of a Chief Election Commissioner and two Election Commissioners. The decisions of the commission are taken by a majority vote. Sushil Chandra is the current 24th Chief Election Commissioner and the two Election Commissioners are Rajiv Kumar and Anup Chandra Pandey.
