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    Who was the first Chief Election Commissioner of India?
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    Who was the first Chief Election Commissioner of India?

    A.

    Nagendra Singh

    B.

    Sukumar Sen

    C.

    RVS Peri Shastri

    D.

    TN Seshan

    Correct option is B

    The correct answer is option (B) Sukumar Sen

    • Sukumar Sen became the first Chief Election Commissioner of India in 1950 when the Election Commission of India was established.
    • He played a crucial role in organizing the first general elections of India in 1951-1952, which marked the beginning of India’s democratic processes.

    Information Booster :-

    • Nagendra Singh served as the Chief Election Commissioner of India from 1973 to 1977.
    • R.V.S. Peri Shastri was the Chief Election Commissioner of India from 1978 to 1982.
    • T.N. Seshan served as the Chief Election Commissioner from 1990 to 1996 and is known for bringing about reforms in the Indian election process.

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