Which article of the Constitution addresses the appointment and role of the Chief Election Commissioner?

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7 Jan 2021
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Article 213 of the Constitution outlines the provisions regarding the Chief Election Commissioner. It specifies the appointment process, qualifications required, and the powers vested in the Chief Election Commissioner. The article mandates that the President appoint the Commissioner, who must be a former Supreme Court judge, a senior civil servant, or a technocrat under the age of sixty-eight. It also details the involvement of the Prime Minister, Leader of the Opposition, and a Parliamentary Committee in the selection process.

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