2014 · Q56
Consider the following statements about State Election Commission:
- 1The State Election Commissioner shall be appointed by the Governor of the State.
- 2The State Election Commission shall have the power of even preparing the electoral rolls besides the power of superintendence, direction and control of election to the panchayats.
- 3The State Election Commissioner cannot be removed in any manner from his office until he demits himself or completes his tenure.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
General KnowledgeIndian Polity and Governance
- A1, 2 and 3
- B1 and 2 only
- C2 and 3 only
- D1 only
Explanation
The SEC is appointed by the Governor and controls panchayat elections including rolls; the Commissioner can be removed like a High Court judge.