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Consider the following statements regarding the Election Commission of India: 1. It is a constitutional body. 2. The Chief Election Commissioner is appointed by the President. 3. Its tenure is fixed at ten years. Which of the above is/are correct?

1. 1 and 2 only
2. 2 and 3 only
3. 1 and 3 only
4. 1, 2 and 3

Correct answer: 1 and 2 only

Solution

The Election Commission of India is a constitutional body, and the Chief Election Commissioner is appointed by the President. However, its tenure is not fixed at ten years, so statement 3 is incorrect.

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