The Chief Election Commissioner and Other Election Commissioners Act, 2023 has sparked concerns about the erosion of the Election Commission's autonomy. Critically examine. (Answer in 150 words)
Introduction
Chief Election Commissioner and other E.C Act 2023 was passed after S.C directive in Anoop Baranwal Case to file a joint vacuum on appointment process of E.C.
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Main Body
Chief Election Commissioner and other E.C Act 2023 was passed after S.C directive in Anoop Baranwal Case to file a joint vacuum on appointment process of E.C.
Concerns about loss of political appointment E.C. autonomy happening independence of E.C. ф LoP dissent in recent CEC appointment.
In search committee, no representation to LoP (Judiciary. Headed by law minister and comprises 2 secretaries) will suggest 5 member.
Decisions in selection committee way to taken with consensus forced, put data on E.Cs transparent and public domain of past past held.
Conclusion
Since and both elections are bedrock of democracy (Justice Gandhi v. Raj Narain) and must be safeguarded through E.C's autonomy.
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- Clear identification of specific concerns with the Act
- Reference to Supreme Court directive and case law
- Discussion of both concerns and safeguards
- Citation of important judgment on democratic values
- Structured analysis of autonomy erosion
- Mention of practical implications (LoP dissent)
Animesh Jain
Constitutional Posts and Bodies - Appointment, Powers, Functions and Responsibilities
Election Commission
Chief Election Commissioner and Other Election Commissioners Act 2023
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