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SSC GD 2023 PYQ — Question 40

SSC GD Constable (English) - 25 Jan 2023 - Shift 4 • General Awareness • Q40

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In India, who appoints the Chief Election Commissioner?
 

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is option 3 i.e. President

  • The President of India appoints the Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) and Election Commissioners. 

  • The CEC and Election Commissioners serve for six years, or until they reach the age of 65. 

  • The salary or the perks are same as that of the judges of Supreme court.

  • In June 2012, It was suggested that the CEC and the Comptroller and Auditor General of India (CAG) should be appointed by a bipartisan collegium by Lal Krishna Advani.