- Statement 1: The Constitution (Article 324(2)) does not specify the term of the members of the Election Commission. It leaves this to be determined by Parliament by law. The law subsequently passed by Parliament fixed the term at six years or until they attain the age of 65 years. Thus, the statement that the Constitution has not specified the term is correct. - Statement 2: The Constitution does not debar retiring election commissioners from any further appointment by the government. This is a point of criticism regarding the independence of the Election Commission, as they could potentially seek post-retirement government jobs. Thus, statement 2 is incorrect. - Statement 3: In case of difference of opinion between the Chief Election Commissioner and the other Election Commissioners, the matter is decided by the majority. The Chief Election Commissioner does not have a veto power or the sole deciding authority; all commissioners have equal voting power. Thus, statement 3 is incorrect.
Consider the following statements regarding Election Commission of India. 1. The Constitution has not specified the term of the members of the Election Commission. 2. The Constitution has debarred the retiring election commissioners from any further appointment by the Government. 3. In case of difference of opinion amongst the Chief Election Commissioner and/ or two other election commissioners, the matter is decided by the Chief Election Commissioner. Which of the above statements is/are correct?
Asked in GPSC Prelims CSP 1 2023 · Topic: Election Commission (Composition, Appointment, Tenure, and Removal of Chief Election Commissioner and Election Commissioners)
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