Q. Consider the following statements:
- The Election Commission of India is responsible for elections of union and state legislative assemblies as well as local bodies.
- The State Election Commissioners work independently of the Election Commission of India and each has its own sphere of operation.
Which of the above is / are correct?
Answer:
Only 2
Notes: Only the second statement is correct. The first statement is incorrect as the Election Commission is not responsible for the conduct of local body elections. The State Election Commissioners work independently of the Election Commission of India and each has its own sphere of operation.