The Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) and other commissioners are appointed by the _____.

Prime Minister of India

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Chief Justice of the Supreme Court

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President of India

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Vice President of India

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Solution

The correct option is C President of India

The President of India appoints the Chief Election Commissioner. Conventionally, senior-most Election Commissioner is appointed as CEC. He has a tenure of six years, or up to the age of 65 years, whichever is earlier.

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