Q. With reference to the Chief Election Commissioner, consider the following statements:
1.The tenure of the Chief Election Commissioner is five years or until the age of 60, whichever is earlier.
2.The removal of the Chief Election Commissioner from office can be done through a process similar to that of a judge of the Supreme Court.
3.The Chief Election Commissioner can be a member of any political party.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
Answer: A
Notes:
Explanation –
Statements 1 and 3 are incorrect. The tenure of the Chief Election Commissioner is six years or up to the age of 65 years, whichever is earlier. The Chief Election Commissioner must be an independent individual and cannot be affiliated with any political party. This is to ensure the neutrality and impartiality of the Election Commission in conducting free and fair elections.
Statement 2 is correct. The Chief Election Commissioner can be removed from office in a manner similar to the removal of a Supreme Court judge. The process involves a motion in Parliament, supported by a special majority of both Houses, and the President’s assent.
Source: The Hindu
