Question

Q. If difference of opinion comes amongst the Chief Election Commissioner and other election commissioners on an administrative matter, then

• A.
  The decision will be taken by the President of India.
• B.
  The opinion of the Chief Election Commissioner will be considered as the final.
• C.
  The Election Commission decides the matter by the majority of opinions.
• D.
  The Supreme Court delivers the way forward on the matter.

Answer 1

The correct option is C

The Election Commission decides the matter by the majority of opinions.
Explanation:

At present, the Election Commission of India consists of a Chief Election Commissioner and two election commissioners. All the commissioners possess equal powers and remunerations which are equal to that of a judge of the Supreme Court. In case of difference of opinion amongst the Chief Election Commissioner and/or two other election commissioners, the matter is decided by the Commission by majority.