Article 324 of the Constitution vests the superintendence, direction, and control of the preparation of electoral rolls for, and the conduct of, all elections to Parliament and the Legislature of every State in the Election Commission. The Election Commission is an independent constitutional body responsible for conducting free and fair elections.
Which one of the following is not correct with regard to the elections to the Lok Sabha ?
Asked in UPPSC Upper Mains 2011 · Topic: Election Commission (Powers, Functions, and Responsibilities of the Election Commission)
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Answer: C. The electoral rolls are prepared under the direction and control of the President of India.
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