Topic: Appointment to various Constitutional posts, powers, functions and responsibilities of various Constitutional Bodies.
2. The collaboration and openness to constructive criticism among the Chief Election Commissioner and other Election Commissioners are crucial for upholding free and fair elections. Discuss. (250 words)
Difficulty level: Tough
Reference: The Hindu , scroll.in , Insights on India
Why the question:
The two vacancies in the Election Commission (EC), created by the surprise resignation of Arun Goel and the retirement of Anup Chandra Pandey, are likely to be filled by March 15.
Key Demand of the question:
To write about the need of EC to work as a cohesive team that values transparency.
Directive word:
Discuss – This is an all-encompassing directive – you must debate on paper by going through the details of the issues concerned by examining each one of them. You must give reasons for both for and against arguments.
Structure of the answer:
Introduction:
Begin by writing about Article 324 to 329.
Body:
First, write briefly about the mechanism of appointment of election commissioners in India. Write about the features of the Chief Election Commissioner and other Election Commissioners.
Next, write about the various issues in the Chief Election Commissioner and other Election Commissioners.
Next, write about the measures to ensure collaboration and cohesion among the Chief Election Commissioner and other Election Commissioners that contributes to the integrity of the electoral process and strengthens democratic principles.
Conclusion:
Conclude with a balanced opinion.
