The Election Commission of India is a:
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A.
Constitutional body
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B.
Statutory body
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C.
Executive body
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D.
Judicial body
Correct Answer:
A. Constitutional body
Explanation:
The Election Commission of India (ECI) is an autonomous constitutional body established under Article 324 of the Indian Constitution. It is responsible for directing and controlling the entire process of elections to Parliament, State Legislatures, and the offices of the President and Vice-President of India. As a permanent body created directly by the Constitution to ensure free and fair elections, it is categorized as a constitutional body rather than a statutory, executive, or judicial one. Currently, it functions as a multi-member body consisting of a Chief Election Commissioner and two Election Commissioners.
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