Question

Which of the following statements are incorrect about the Election Commission of India?

1. Election Commission is elected every five years for conducting elections.

2. Article 324 of the Constitution deals with power vested on Election Commission

3. The chief election Commissioner & other election commissioners are appointed by the citizens.

Code:

• A. 1 and 3
• B. 1 and 2
• C. 1, 2 and 3
• D. Only 2

Answer 1

The correct option is A

1 and 3

Important information about Election Commission:

• Permanent and an Independent body since its Inception in 1950.
• Article 324 of the Constitution deals with power vested on Election Commission
• It is not concerned with the elections of Panchayats and Municipalities in the state.
• State Election Commission is concerned for the elections of Panchayats and municipalities in the state
• The chief election Commissioner & other election commissioners are appointed by the President.