The Election Commission of India (ECI) is an autonomous constitutional authority responsible for administering Union and State election processes in India. Its functions are primarily derived from Article 324 of the Constitution.
Consider the following tasks: Superintendence, direction and conduct of free and fair elections. Preparation of electoral rolls for all elections to the Parliament, State Legislatures and the Office of the President and the Vice-president. Giving recognition to political parties and allotting election symbols to political parties and individuals contesting the election. Proclamation of final verdict in the case of election disputes. Which of the above are the functions of the Election Commission of India?
Asked in UPPCS Prelims 2004 · Topic: Election Commission (Powers, Functions, and Responsibilities of the Election Commission)
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