GK Question

polity hard true_false

The Chief Election Commissioner can be removed from office only in like manner and on like grounds as a Judge of the Supreme Court, while other Election Commissioners can be removed only on the recommendation of the Chief Election Commissioner.

  1. True
  2. False

Answer: True

Article 324(5): CEC removal same as Supreme Court Judge: Presidential order after Parliament address with special majority on grounds of proved misbehaviour/incapacity. Other ECs can be removed only on CEC's recommendation. Ensures CEC's independence from executive; protects other Commissioners from arbitrary removal while maintaining collegiality within Commission.

Topic Election Commission - Removal Procedure
Exam Relevance EC independence safeguard question critical for UPSC Mains and Judiciary exams