Question

Who executes the voting process for the elections to parliamentary seats ?

Answer 1

The people who are 18 years of age or above have the right to vote. This is called universal adult franchise.

Answer 2

The voting process for the elections to parliamentary seats is executed by the Election Commission of India.

Explanation:

The Election Commission of India is an independent body with Constitutional Authority headed by the Chief Election Commissioner. The Election Commission has the responsibility to conduct elections to parliament and state legislatures and to the offices of President and Vice President as well.

It is the responsibility of the Election Commission to prepare, maintain and update the Electoral Rolls (voter list), candidate nomination, political party registration, monitors the campaigns, etc. The election commission organizes the polling, allots booths, is responsible for counting of votes and results declaration as well as media coverage of the process.

The headquarters of the election commission is in New Delhi.