Election and Representation

Hey Riyaan, Aanya, and Divya! Can you guess what the primary role of the Election Commission of India is?

• To conduct local body elections

• To supervise and conduct elections

• To appoint government officials

• To manage political party finances

Answer explanation

The primary role of the Election Commission of India is to supervise and conduct elections, ensuring they are free and fair. This includes overseeing all aspects of the electoral process, making the second option the correct choice.

Hey Rohan! Can you tell us which article of the Indian Constitution is responsible for setting up the Election Commission? Let's see if you can get it right!

• Article 21

• Article 370

• Article 350

• Article 324

Answer explanation

Article 324 of the Indian Constitution establishes the Election Commission, which is responsible for administering elections in India. The other articles listed do not pertain to the Election Commission.

Hey Ishaan and Prisha! Can you guess the maximum term for which the Chief Election Commissioner can serve? Put on your thinking caps!

• Until the age of 70

• 4 years

• 6 years

• 5 years

Answer explanation

The Chief Election Commissioner can serve a maximum term of 6 years, as per the provisions in the Constitution of India. This makes '6 years' the correct answer among the options provided.

Hey Avani and Anika! Can you guess which organ of the government gets to appoint the Chief Election Commissioner of India? Put on your thinking caps!

• Legislature - The Parliament

• Executive - Council of Ministers

• Judiciary - The Supreme Court of India

• Electorates - Voters

Answer explanation

The Chief Election Commissioner of India is appointed by the Parliament, which is the legislative organ of the government. This makes 'Legislature - The Parliament' the correct choice.

Hey Mira, can you tell us which organ of the government has the power to remove the Chief Election Commissioner of India? Let's see if Aarush and Divya can guess it too!

• Executive - Council of Ministers

• Legislature - The Parliament

• Judiciary - The Supreme Court of India

• Electorates - Voters

Answer explanation

The Chief Election Commissioner of India can be removed by the Parliament, which is the legislative body. This process requires a two-thirds majority in both Houses, highlighting the Legislature's authority in this matter.

Hey Mira, Aashi, and Avni! Can you guess what the Model Code of Conduct regulates?

• Conduct of political parties and candidates

• Political party registration

• Election funding

• Voter eligibility

Answer explanation

The Model Code of Conduct regulates the conduct of political parties and candidates during elections, ensuring fair play and integrity in the electoral process.

Hey Rahul, Avni, and Advait! Can you guess how many Election Commissioners there are in the Election Commission of India? Let's see who knows their stuff!

• Four

• One

• Two

• Three

Answer explanation

The Election Commission of India consists of three Election Commissioners, including the Chief Election Commissioner. This structure ensures a balanced and fair electoral process in the country.

Hey Akhil, Naira, and Aisha! Can you guess what exciting event kicks off when the election process begins?

• The administrative officers are assigned election duties

• Political parties are dissolved

• Voter registration is halted

• The Election Commission loses control

Answer explanation

When the election process begins, administrative officers are assigned election duties to ensure the smooth conduct of the elections. This is a crucial step in organizing and managing the electoral process.

Hey Neha and Akhil! Have you ever wondered why we need to prepare and update the electoral rolls? Let's find out!

• To regulate political party activities

• To maintain an accurate list of eligible voters

• To ensure fair election funding

• To limit the number of candidates

Answer explanation

The purpose of preparing and updating the electoral rolls is to maintain an accurate list of eligible voters, ensuring that everyone who is qualified can participate in elections.

Hey Kabir, Viaan, and Rahul! Let's put your knowledge to the test! Which of the following is NOT a function of the Election Commission?

• Preparing electoral rolls

• Conducting elections to Parliament

• Recognizing political parties

• Managing local body elections

Answer explanation

The Election Commission is responsible for preparing electoral rolls, conducting elections to Parliament, and recognizing political parties. However, managing local body elections is typically handled by state election commissions.