Question

What are the main function of election commission of India

Answer 1

Answer:

The Election Commission of India is an autonomous constitutional authority responsible for administering Union and State election processes in India. The body administers elections to the Lok Sabha, Rajya Sabha, State Legislative Assemblies in India, and the offices of the President and Vice President in the country.

Answer 2

The Election Commission of India

Explanation:

The Election Commission of India consists of a Chief Election Commissioner and two Election Commissioners.

Powers:

1) Election Commission takes decisions on every aspect of conduct and control of elections from the announcement of elections to the declaration of results.

2) It implements the Code of conduct and punishes any candidate or party that violates it.

3) During the election period, the Election Commission can order the government to follow some guidelines to prevent use and misuse of governmental powers to enhance its chances to win the elections or to transfer government officials.

4) When on election duty, the government officials work under the control of Election Commission and not the government.