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Election Commission of India and the Election Commission of India Act, 1950

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When was the Election Commission of India established?

  1. 1946

  2. 1950

  3. 1952

  4. 1954


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Election Commission of India was established on January 25, 1950, under Article 324 of the Constitution of India.

Who is the current Chief Election Commissioner of India?

  1. Rajiv Kumar

  2. Nasim Zaidi

  3. O. P. Rawat

  4. Sunil Arora


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Rajiv Kumar is the current Chief Election Commissioner of India, appointed on May 15, 2022.

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.

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 or until they reach the age of 65 years, whichever is earlier.

What is the primary function of the Election Commission of India?

  1. Conducting elections to the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha

  2. Conducting elections to the state legislative assemblies

  3. Conducting elections to the Panchayats and Municipalities

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Election Commission of India is responsible for conducting elections to the Lok Sabha, Rajya Sabha, state legislative assemblies, Panchayats, and Municipalities.

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

  1. The Representation of the People Act, 1950

  2. The Election Commission of India Act, 1950

  3. The Conduct of Elections Rules, 1961

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Election Commission of India functions under the provisions of the Representation of the People Act, 1950, the Election Commission of India Act, 1950, and the Conduct of Elections Rules, 1961.

What is the symbol of the Election Commission of India?

  1. A lotus

  2. A hand

  3. A book

  4. A ballot box


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The symbol of the Election Commission of India is a ballot box.

What is the motto of the Election Commission of India?

  1. No Vote, No Voice

  2. Every Vote Counts

  3. Vote for Change

  4. Make Your Vote Count


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The motto of the Election Commission of India is 'No Vote, No Voice'.

What is the role of the Election Commission of India in delimiting constituencies?

  1. It divides the country into electoral constituencies

  2. It determines the number of seats in each constituency

  3. It reserves seats for Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Election Commission of India is responsible for dividing the country into electoral constituencies, determining the number of seats in each constituency, and reserving seats for Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes.

What is the process of electoral roll revision?

  1. Updating the list of eligible voters

  2. Removing the names of deceased voters

  3. Adding the names of new voters

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The process of electoral roll revision involves updating the list of eligible voters, removing the names of deceased voters, and adding the names of new voters.

What is the role of the Election Commission of India in conducting elections?

  1. Preparing the electoral rolls

  2. Issuing the election schedule

  3. Deploying security forces

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Election Commission of India is responsible for preparing the electoral rolls, issuing the election schedule, deploying security forces, and overseeing the entire election process.

What is the procedure for counting votes in an election?

  1. Counting the votes in the presence of candidates and their agents

  2. Sealing the ballot boxes and transporting them to a counting center

  3. Verifying the identity of voters before counting their votes

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The procedure for counting votes in an election involves counting the votes in the presence of candidates and their agents, sealing the ballot boxes and transporting them to a counting center, and verifying the identity of voters before counting their votes.

What is the process of declaring election results?

  1. Announcing the names of the winning candidates

  2. Issuing certificates of election to the winning candidates

  3. Notifying the results to the appropriate authorities

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The process of declaring election results involves announcing the names of the winning candidates, issuing certificates of election to the winning candidates, and notifying the results to the appropriate authorities.

What are the powers of the Election Commission of India?

  1. To regulate the conduct of elections

  2. To resolve disputes related to elections

  3. To take disciplinary action against erring officials

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Election Commission of India has the power to regulate the conduct of elections, resolve disputes related to elections, and take disciplinary action against erring officials.

What is the significance of the Election Commission of India in Indian democracy?

  1. It ensures free and fair elections

  2. It upholds the democratic values of the country

  3. It strengthens the faith of the people in the electoral process

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Election Commission of India plays a crucial role in ensuring free and fair elections, upholding the democratic values of the country, and strengthening the faith of the people in the electoral process.

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