2022 · Q64
Which one of the following statements with regard to the Election Commission is not correct?
General KnowledgeIndian Polity and Governance
- AIt conducts elections to the office of the Vice President of India
- BAn Election Commissioner can be removed from his office without the recommendation of the Chief Election Commissioner
- CElection Commissioners are appointed by the President of India
- DGovernor of a State is constitutionally bound to provide support staff to the Election Commission, if required
Explanation
Under Article 324(5), an Election Commissioner can be removed only on the recommendation of the Chief Election Commissioner — so ‘without the CEC’s recommendation’ is not correct. The Commission does conduct the Vice-President’s election, and Commissioners are appointed by the President.