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Composition of the Election Commission of India

Description: Test your knowledge on the composition of the Election Commission of India, a crucial body responsible for conducting elections in India.
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Who is the head of the Election Commission of India?

  1. Prime Minister of India

  2. Chief Justice of India

  3. President of India

  4. Chief Election Commissioner


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Chief Election Commissioner is the head of the Election Commission of India and is responsible for overseeing the conduct of elections in the country.

How many members are there in the Election Commission of India?

  1. 2

  2. 3

  3. 4

  4. 5


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Election Commission of India consists of three members, including the Chief Election Commissioner and two Election Commissioners.

Who appoints the Chief Election Commissioner and Election Commissioners?

  1. President of India

  2. Prime Minister of India

  3. Chief Justice of India

  4. Parliament of India


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The President of India appoints the Chief Election Commissioner and Election Commissioners on the recommendation of the Prime Minister.

What is the tenure of the Chief Election Commissioner and Election Commissioners?

  1. 3 years

  2. 5 years

  3. 6 years

  4. 7 years


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Chief Election Commissioner and Election Commissioners have a tenure of six years from the date of their appointment.

Can the Chief Election Commissioner or Election Commissioners be removed from office?

  1. Yes, by the President of India

  2. Yes, by the Parliament of India

  3. No, they cannot be removed

  4. Yes, by the Supreme Court of India


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Chief Election Commissioner and Election Commissioners can be removed from office by the President of India on the recommendation of the Supreme Court of India.

What are the main functions of the Election Commission of India?

  1. Conducting elections

  2. Delimiting constituencies

  3. Registering political parties

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The main functions of the Election Commission of India include conducting elections, delimiting constituencies, registering political parties, and regulating election campaigns.

Which law governs the functioning of the Election Commission of India?

  1. Representation of the People Act, 1950

  2. Election Commission Act, 1991

  3. Constitution of India

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The functioning of the Election Commission of India is governed by the Representation of the People Act, 1950, the Election Commission Act, 1991, and the Constitution of India.

What is the symbol of the Election Commission of India?

  1. A lotus

  2. A hand

  3. A sword

  4. A scale


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The symbol of the Election Commission of India is a scale, representing justice and fairness in the conduct of elections.

Who is responsible for preparing the electoral rolls in India?

  1. Election Commission of India

  2. State Election Commissions

  3. District Election Officers

  4. Booth Level Officers


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Election Commission of India is responsible for preparing the electoral rolls in India, which contain the names of all eligible voters.

What is the process of delimiting constituencies called?

  1. Gerrymandering

  2. Redistricting

  3. Apportionment

  4. None of the above


Correct Option:
Explanation:

The process of delimiting constituencies is called delimitation, which involves dividing a geographical area into electoral districts.

Which body is responsible for resolving disputes related to elections in India?

  1. Election Commission of India

  2. Supreme Court of India

  3. High Courts

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Disputes related to elections in India can be resolved by the Election Commission of India, the Supreme Court of India, and the High Courts.

What is the role of the Returning Officer in an election?

  1. Conducting the election

  2. Counting the votes

  3. Declaring the results

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Returning Officer is responsible for conducting the election, counting the votes, and declaring the results.

What is the role of the Observer in an election?

  1. Monitoring the election process

  2. Ensuring fair play

  3. Preventing electoral malpractices

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Observer is responsible for monitoring the election process, ensuring fair play, and preventing electoral malpractices.

What is the role of the Polling Officer in an election?

  1. Issuing ballot papers to voters

  2. Collecting ballot papers from voters

  3. Stamping ballot papers

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Polling Officer is responsible for issuing ballot papers to voters, collecting ballot papers from voters, and stamping ballot papers.

What is the role of the Counting Officer in an election?

  1. Counting the votes

  2. Preparing the result sheet

  3. Declaring the results

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Counting Officer is responsible for counting the votes, preparing the result sheet, and declaring the results.

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