PolityGS-II· 1 min read
Concerns over Election Commission's Accountability
Why in news?
Activist Sonam Wangchuk has supported a protest against the Chief Election Commissioner, citing concerns over electoral process accountability following a report detailing objections by Election Commissioners.
Key points
- Protest planned for October 2 against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar.
- Concerns raised about accountability in the electoral process.
- Reportedly, Election Commissioners had objected to decisions on voter registration and roll revision.
- Election Commission asserts unanimous approval of decisions.
- Measures announced to assist voters during revision processes.
Background & context
The Election Commission of India (ECI) is a constitutional body responsible for conducting elections in India. The Chief Election Commissioner and Election Commissioners are appointed by the President.
★ Prelims fact capsule
Article 324 of the Constitution of India establishes the Election Commission.
✎ Mains relevance
GS Paper II: Polity - Constitutional bodies, Elections, Governance.