The Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) and other Election Commissioners hold office for a fixed tenure of six years or until they attain the age of 65 years, whichever is earlier.
The Chief Election Commissioner of India holds office for a period of :
Asked in OPSC CS Prelims 2019 · Topic: Election Commission (Composition, Appointment, Tenure, and Removal of Chief Election Commissioner and Election Commissioners)
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Answer: C. For six years or till he attains the age of 65 years
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