WBCS.LIVE practice question

The State Election Commissioner can only be removed from office in the same manner as whom?

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. Judge of a High Court
  2. Chief Election Commissioner
  3. Governor of the State
  4. Chief Minister

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Judge of a High Court

Explanation: āœ… Correct Answer: A) Judge of a High Court šŸ“š Explanation: To ensure absolute independence in conducting local body elections, Article 243K strictly mandates that the State Election Commissioner shall not be removed from office except in the like manner and on the like grounds as a Judge of a High Court. This provides them with complete security of tenure against state political interference.