Context
In a statement came by the Constitution Bench of the Supreme Court, the short tenure of the Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) is hindering the ‘independence of the office’.
About
The Issue:
The Election Commission of India (ECI):
It is not concerned with the elections of panchayats and municipalities in the states. For this, the Constitution of India provides for a separate State Election Commission. |
Important Constitutional Provisions: Part XV (Article 324-329) of the Indian Constitution:
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Structure of the Commission:
The Chief Election Commissioner:
Appointment of CEC:
Tenure of Commissioners:
Removal:
Concerns over the tenure of CEC vs. Centre’s Intervention:
Suggestions:
The Commission in its report inter-alia suggested, the ECI must be strengthened by:
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