Solved UPSC CDS/OTA Question
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Consider the following statements regarding the Election Commission of India (ECI): 1.The Election Commission is a permanent and independent body established by the Constitution of India. 2. The Chief Election Commissioner has a tenure of six years or up to the age of 65 years, whichever is earlier. 3. The Constitution provides for the appointment of Regional Election Commissioners. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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The ECI is indeed permanent and independent (Article 324). The Chief Election Commissioner has a tenure of six years or until 65 years of age. Regional Commissioners are not constitutionally mandated; they are appointed by the President if needed under Article 324(4).