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Voting as a Sentimental Right: Supreme Court’s Message to the Election Commission

Source:  TOI Subject:  Polity Context: The Supreme Court of India, rebuked the Election Commission (EC), stating that the right to be on the electoral roll and to vote is not only a constitutional right but a sentimental expression of nationality and patriotism. About Voting as a Sentimental Right: Supreme Court’s Message to the Election Commission: …

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Independence of the Election Commission

Source:  TH Subject:  Constitutional Bodies Context: The independence of the Election Commission of India (ECI) has come under debate following controversies related to voter roll revisions and opposition moves seeking removal of the Chief Election Commissioner (CEC). About Independence of the Election Commission: What is Independence of the EC? Independence of the Election Commission means …

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Removal of the Chief Election Commissioner (CEC)

Source:  DH Subject:  Polity Context: West Bengal Chief Minister stated that the TMC is open to working with the Congress and other Opposition parties to initiate impeachment proceedings against Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar. About Removal of the Chief Election Commissioner (CEC): Who is the Chief Election Commissioner? The Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) is …

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CEC Removal Process

Source:  IE Context: The Opposition is considering an impeachment motion against Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar. About CEC Removal Process: What it is? The CEC is a constitutional authority under Article 324 of the Indian Constitution. Removal safeguards are designed to ensure independence and neutrality of the Election Commission. CEC can only be removed …

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