What is the composition of the Election Commission in India? Discuss its functions.
The Election Commission of India consists of a Chief Election Commissioner and two Election Commissioners. They are appointed by the President of India.
The following are the principle functions of the Election Commission of India:
Demarcation of Constituencies.
Preparation of Electoral Rolls.
Recognition of Political parties and allotment of symbols.
Scrutiny of nomination papers.
Conduct of polls.
Scrutiny of election expense of candidates