The Election Commission of India is a constitutional body responsible for conducting elections to various high offices. The Supreme Court has recently intervened in the appointment process, emphasizing greater transparency and accountability. The ECI was not always a multi-member body.
Consider the following statements with reference to the Election Commission of India : I. The Constitution of India has debarred the retiring Election Commissioners from any further appointment by the government. II. In 'Anoop Baranwal Case' (2023), the Supreme Court has directed the Government to treat the Regional Commissioners on par with the Election Commissioners (other than the Chief Election Commissioner), as far as removal from office is concerned. III. Since its inception, the Election Commission had functioned as a multi- member body. IV. The power of superintendence, direction and control of elections to the office of Vice-President of India is vested in the Election Commission. Which of the above statement/statements is/are valid ?
Asked in APPSC Group 1 Prelims 2024 · Topic: Election Commission (Composition, Appointment, Tenure, and Removal of Chief Election Commissioner and Election Commissioners)
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