MCQ
The Chief Election Commissioner can be removed by the $......$
  • A
    Prime Minister.
  • B
    President.
  • C
    Chief Justice of India.
  • Parliament.

Answer

Correct option: D.
Parliament.
The Chief Election Commissioner has tenure of six years, or up to the age of $65$ years, whichever is earlier. He enjoys the same official status, salary and perks as available to Judges of the Supreme Court of India and High court. The Chief Election Commissioner can be removed only through impeachment by the Parliament.

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