Which of the following statements about the Chief Election Commission are correct?

1. The Election Commission celebrated its Golden Jubilee in 2001.

2. It currently consists of Chief Election Commissioner and two Election Commissioners.

3. For the first time two additional Commissioners were appointed in 1993.

4. The President appoints Chief Election Commissioner and Election Commissioners and they have tenure of six years or up to the age of 65 years, whichever is earlier.

Correct option is C

The correct answer is (c) Only 1, 2 and 4

Explanation:

·       Statement 1 is correct – The Election Commission was established on 25th January 1950. Its Golden Jubilee (50 years) was celebrated in 2001.

·       Statement 2 is correct – The Election Commission currently consists of one Chief Election Commissioner and two Election Commissioners.

·       Statement 3 is incorrect – While two additional Commissioners were appointed in 1993, this was not the first time. The first time it became a multi-member body was in 1989, but it reverted back in 1990, and finally became permanent in 1993.

·       Statement 4 is correct – The Chief Election Commissioner and Election Commissioners are appointed by the President of India. They hold office for a term of six years or until they attain the age of 65 years, whichever is earlier.

Information Booster:

·       Article 324 of the Indian Constitution deals with the Election Commission.

·       National Voters Day is celebrated on January 25 each year to mark the founding day of the Commission.