GK Question

polity easy mcq

The Election Commission of India consists of the Chief Election Commissioner and such number of other Election Commissioners as may be determined by ______.

  1. President
  2. Parliament
  3. Supreme Court
  4. Prime Minister

Answer: President

Article 324(2): President determines number of Election Commissioners. Currently, EC has CEC + 2 ECs (multi-member body since 1989). President appoints them; CEC can be removed only like Supreme Court Judge; ECs can be removed only on CEC's recommendation. Ensures independence while allowing flexible composition.

Topic Election Commission - Composition
Exam Relevance Basic institutional fact frequently asked in SSC, Railway, and Banking exams