Article 324 of CoI : Article 324: Superintendence, direction and control of elections to be vested in an Election Commission.

Explanation using Example

Example 1:

Scenario: General Elections to the Lok Sabha (House of the People)

Explanation: The Election Commission of India (ECI) is responsible for overseeing the entire process of conducting general elections to the Lok Sabha. This includes preparing and updating the electoral rolls, ensuring free and fair voting, and counting the votes.

Example: In 2019, before the general elections, the ECI undertook a massive exercise to update the electoral rolls. They ensured that all eligible voters were registered and that any discrepancies were corrected. On the day of the election, the ECI deployed thousands of polling officers and security personnel to ensure that the voting process was smooth and free from any malpractices. After the voting, the ECI supervised the counting of votes and declared the results.

Example 2:

Scenario: Appointment of the Chief Election Commissioner (CEC)

Explanation: The President of India appoints the Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) and other Election Commissioners. The CEC has a secure tenure and can only be removed in a manner similar to that of a Supreme Court judge, ensuring independence and impartiality.

Example: In 2020, the President of India appointed Mr. Sunil Arora as the Chief Election Commissioner. His appointment was made to ensure that the ECI remains an independent body capable of conduc...

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