Q. Which of the following are quasi-judicial functions of the Election Commission of India?
1. To disqualify a candidate who has failed to lodge an account of his election expenses.
2. To advise the President in the matter of post-election disqualification of sitting members of Parliament.
3. To settle disputes between the splinter groups of recognized parties.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:

[A] 1 only

[B] 1 and 2only

[C] 2 and 3 only

[D] 1 and 3 only

Answer: D
Notes:

Exp) Option d is the correct answer.

Quasi-judicial functions of the Election Commission of India –

1) The Commission has the power to disqualify a candidate who has failed to lodge an account of his election expenses within the time and in the manner prescribed by law.

2) The Commission, as a part of its quasi-judicial jurisdiction, also settles disputes between the splinter groups of such recognised parties.

Advisory jurisdiction of the Election Commission of India – Under the Constitution, the Commission also has advisory jurisdiction in the matter of post-election disqualification of sitting members of Parliament and State Legislatures.

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