Election Commission, — 15 Indian Constitution & Governance PYQs with Answers | UKPSC PYQ Hub

Question 1

The Election Commission of India is

Accepted Answer

Constitutional Institution. The Election Commission of India is a Constitutional Body. Article 324 of the constitution provides for Election commission of India.

Question 2

The first general election of India was held in?

Accepted Answer

1952. The first general elections were held between October 25, 1951 and 21, February 1952. About 1874 candidates and 53 parties contested for the elections. Indian National Congress won the elections with 364 seats.

Question 3

Which of the following is relevant for Union Public Service Commission of India?

Accepted Answer

It has nothing to do with State Public Service Commissions. Union Public Service Commission is a constitutional body which conducts various examination for central government. State Public Service Commission conducts exams for State government.

Question 4

Who was the first Chief Election Commissioner of India?

Accepted Answer

Sukumar Sen. Sukumar Sen was the first Chief Election Commissioner of India. Currently Rajiv Kumar is the 25th Chief Election Commissioner of India.

Question 5

Who appoints the Chairman of the State Public Service Commission?

Accepted Answer

The Governor of India. According to Article 316(1) of the Constitution, the Chairman and other members of State Public Service Commission are appointed by the Governor of the State.

Question 6

The Chief Election Commissioner of India is appointed by

Accepted Answer

President. According to Article 324(2) of the Constitution, the Chief Election Commissioner of India is appointed by the President of India.

Question 7

What is the tenure of Chief Election Commissioner of India?

Accepted Answer

Six years or 65 years of age, whichever is earlier. Chief Election Commissioner of India is appointed under Article 324 of the Constitution. The tenure of Chief Election Commissioner of India is six years or 65 years of age, whichever is earlier.

Question 8

Who recognizes the political parties in India?

Accepted Answer

Election Commission of India. Election Commission of India recognizes the political parties in India. Any political party seeking registration has to submit an application to the Commission within a period of 30 days following the date of its formation as per guidelines prescribed by the Election Commission in exercise of the powers conferred by Article 324 of the Constitution of India and Section 29A of the Representation of the People Act, 1951. The registration of all political parties is governed by the provisions of Section 29A of the Representation of the People Act, 1951.