Question

Which of the following statements is correct regarding the appointment of the State Election Commissioner in Kerala?

• A. Appointed by the Chief Minister
• B. Appointed by the Speaker of the Legislative Assembly
• C. Appointed by the Governor
• D. Appointed by Union Public Service Commission

Answer 1

Answer:

C. Appointed by the Governor

• The Governor of a state appoints the State Election Commissioner

• The tenure of the State Election Commissioner is five years or 65 years of age (whichever is earlier)

• The procedure for the removal of the State Election Commissioner is the same as that of a High Court judge, i.e., by impeachment