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Download Solution PDFWhat is the tenure of the Chief Election Commissioner of India?
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Download Solution PDFThe correct answer is 6 years or up to the age of 65 years, whichever is earlier.
- Chief Election Commissioner has a tenure of 6 years, or up to the age of 65 years, whichever is earlier.
Key Points
- The President appoints the Chief Election Commissioner, who has a tenure of 6 years, or up to the age of 65 years, whichever is earlier.
- The Chief Election Commissioner enjoys the same status and receives the same salary and perks as available to Judges of the Supreme Court.
- The Chief Election Commissioner can be removed from his office only in a manner and on the grounds prescribed for removal of Judge of the Supreme Court.
- Other Election Commissioners can be removed by the President on the recommendation of the Chief Election Commissioner.
Additional Information
- The Election Commission has the power of superintendence, direction, and conduct of all elections to Parliament and the State Legislatures.
- It also conducts elections in the offices of the President and Vice-President.
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