Q. Which among the following is not the function of the Election Commission of India?

[A] Act as a court for settling disputes related to allotment of election symbols to political parties.

[B] Appoint officers for inquiring into disputes relating to electoral arrangements.

[C] Advise the governor regarding disqualifications matters of the members of state legislature.

[D] Superintendence of all elections-related matter to a Municipal Corporation.

Answer: D
Notes:

Exp) Option d is the correct answer

Statement in a, b, c is correct. The powers and functions of the Election Commission with regard to elections to the Parliament, state legislatures and offices of President and Vice-President includes:

  • To act as a court for settling disputes related to granting of recognition to political parties and allotment of election symbols to them.
  • To appoint officers for inquiring into disputes relating to electoral arrangement
  • To advise the governor on matters relating to the disqualifications of the members of state legislature. Statement d is incorrect. The superintendence, direction and control of the preparation of electoral rolls and the conduct of all elections to the municipalities shall be vested in the state election commission. The state legislature may make provision with respect to all matters relating to elections to the municipalities.
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