Electoral Politics — Social Studies STD 9 — Question
CBSE BoardEnglish MediumSTD 9Social StudiesElectoral Politics1 Mark
MCQ
Who appoints the Chief Election Commissioner?
A
Prime Minister.
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President.
C
Vice President.
D
Chief Justice.
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Answer
Correct option: B.
President.
The President appoints the Chief Election Commissioner and Election Commissioners. They have a tenure of six years, or up to the age of $65$ years, whichever is earlier. They enjoy the same status and receive salary and perks as available to Judges of the Supreme Court of India. The Chief Election Commissioner can be removed from office only through impeachment by Parliament.
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