What is the new law regarding the appointment of CEC and EC in India
The Supreme Court has refused to stay a new law related to the appointment of the Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) and Election Commissioners (EC) and issued a notice for a hearing in April. Examine the implications of this new law on the functioning of the Election Commission of India.
The new law regarding the appointment of CEC and EC in India has not been stayed by the Supreme Court. Here are the implications of this law on the functioning of the Election Commission of India:
- The law allows the central government to have the final say in the appointment and removal of the CEC and EC, giving them more control over the electoral process.
- It reduces the independence and autonomy of the Election Commission, a constitutional body responsible for conducting free and fair elections in India.
- This law may lead to a perception of political interference in the functioning of the Election Commission, potentially impacting its credibility.
- It raises concerns about the impartiality of the CEC and EC as their appointments will be subject to the central government's discretion.
- This law could undermine the checks and balances in the electoral system and may have long-term implications for the democratic process in India.
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