Question

Which of the following statement(s) is/are incorrect about the Election Commission?

• A. After 1993, the Election Commission had only one commissioner.
• B. There is one Chief Election Commissioner and two other Election Commissioners in the present setup of the Election Commission.
• C. The Chief Election Commissioner has to obey the Constitution of India.
• D. The Chief Election Commissioner has veto power.

Answer 1

Answer: (A), (D)

The Chief Election Commissioner has veto power.

Until 1993, the Election Commission had only one commissioner. After that, the setup was changed to include two more Election Commissioners in addition to the Chief Election Commissioner (CEC). They take decisions unanimously or through a majority vote. The CEC has to obey the laws and the Constitution of India.