Discuss the role of the Election Commission of India (ECI) in ensuring free and fair elections in India. How will the Chief Election Commissioner and Other Election Commissioners Act, 2023 impact the independence of the ECI? (Answer in 250 words)
Introduction
Under Article 324, ECI is having the duty to conduct free and fair elections in country.
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Main Body
Under Article 324, ECI is having the duty to conduct free and fair elections in country.
Role of ECI in ensuring free and fair elections:
=> C-vigil app.
=> Under RPA.
=> To LS, state legislature, etc.
=> Salaries cannot be changed + other disadvantage.
Impact of 2023 Act on independence of the ECI:
=> Headed by Ministry of law and Justice.
=> Against supreme court guidelines.
=> Earlier equalled to the judge of supreme court.
The 2023 Act while providing clear guidelines on the appointment process, it also tries to influence the ECI costre executive clout.
Conclusion
The 2023 Act while providing clear guidelines on the appointment process, it also tries to influence the ECI costre executive clout.
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Salient Features of the Representation of People's Act
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