The removal process of the Chief Election Commissioner is akin to that of a Supreme Court Judge and requires parliamentary impeachment, not action by the Prime Minister.
Which is not correct in case of Chief Election Commissioner of India?
Asked in Assistant Auditor (Direct) 2021 · Topic: Election Commission (Composition, Appointment, Tenure, and Removal of Chief Election Commissioner and Election Commissioners)
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Answer: D. Impeached by the Prime Minister of India
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