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    Consider the following statements with reference to the Delimitation Commission: 1. The orders of the Delimitation Commission cannot be challenged i
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    Consider the following statements with reference to the Delimitation Commission:
    1. The orders of the Delimitation Commission cannot be challenged in any court.
    II. When the orders of the Delimitation Commission are placed before the Lok Sabha or the State Legislative Assembly, then no amendment can be made in these orders.
    Which of the above statements is/are correct?

    A.

    Only II

    B.

    Neither I nor II

    C.

    Both I and II

    D.

    Only I

    Correct option is C

    The correct answer is: (c) Both I and II
    Explanation
    Statement I: The orders of the Delimitation Commission cannot be challenged in any court. Correct
    · Under the Delimitation Act, the orders of the Delimitation Commission have legal immunity.
    · They are final and cannot be questioned in any court of law.
    · This is done to prevent political interference and ensure smooth implementation.
    Statement II: No amendment can be made in these orders when placed before Parliament or a State Assembly. Correct
    · Once the Commission finalizes its orders, Parliament or State Legislatures cannot modify, reject, or amend them.
    · They can only accept the orders.
    · The Commission is an independent and powerful body whose decisions are binding.
    Additional Information
    · The Delimitation Commission is appointed by the President of India.
    · It works with the Election Commission of India.
    · Its purpose is to redraw the boundaries of Lok Sabha and State Assembly constituencies based on population changes from census data.
    · The latest Delimitation exercise was for Jammu & Kashmir (2022).

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