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:
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.
