Which of the following is a constitutional body in India?​

Correct option is D

The correct answer is (D) Election Commission of India

Explanation:

The Election Commission of India is a constitutional body formed under Article 324 of the Constitution. It supervises and conducts elections for the Parliament, State Legislatures, and the offices of the President and Vice President.

Information Booster:

• Established on January 25, 1950.
• Empowered by Article 324 to 329 of the Indian Constitution.
• Ensures free and fair elections.
• It is independent of executive control.
• Consists of a Chief Election Commissioner and up to two other commissioners.
• Celebrated as “National Voters’ Day” on January 25 every year.

Additional Information:

• Central Information Commission – Formed under the Right to Information Act, 2005, and is a statutory body.
• NITI Aayog – Established in 2015 by a cabinet resolution to replace the Planning Commission.
• National Human Rights Commission – Formed in 1993 under the Protection of Human Rights Act; it is a statutory body.