Question

On which date in 1950 was the Election Commission established as per the Constitution?

• A. 10th January
• B. 15th January
• C. 25th January
• D. 30th January

Answer 1

Answer:

C. 25th January

The Election Commission of India (EC) was established on 25 January 1950 This day is observed as ‘National Voters’ Day’. 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. The President appoints Chief Election Commissioner and Election Commissioners. They have 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 in like manner and on like grounds as a judge of the Supreme Court. The Commission has a separate Secretariat at New Delhi, consisting of about550 officials, in a hierarchical set up.