Which of the following authority conducts election to the office of President ?

Correct option is B

The Election Commission of India (ECI) conducts the election to the office of the President of India. The election process is governed by Article 55 of the Constitution. The President is elected by an Electoral College, consisting of elected members of both Houses of Parliament and the Legislative Assemblies of States and Union Territories.

Information Booster:

1. The election follows a proportional representation system through a single transferable vote.
2. The Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) supervises and ensures the smooth conduct of the election.
3. The Supreme Court can handle disputes related to presidential elections.
4. The voting is conducted via a secret ballot.
5. Nominated members of the Rajya Sabha and Legislative Assemblies do not participate in the election.
6. The term of the President is five years, as per Article 56.

Additional Knowledge:

• Parliament (Option a): Its members participate in voting but do not conduct the election.
• Supreme Court (Option c): Resolves disputes related to the election but does not conduct it.
• None of the above (Option d): Incorrect as ECI conducts the election.