Multiple choice

In case of difference of opinion amongst the Chief Election Commissioner and other Election Commissioners in the Election Commission of India

  1. the matter is to be referred to the Supreme Court of India

  2. the opinion of the Chief Election Commissioner is final

  3. the matter is to be referred to the Law Commission

  4. the matter is decided by the Election Commission by majority
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D Correct answer
Explanation

According to Article 324(2) of the Constitution and the Election Commission (Conditions of Service of Election Commissioners) Act, 1991, the Election Commission functions as a multi-member body where decisions are made by majority vote. The Chief Election Commissioner does not have veto power, and the matter is not referred to the Supreme Court or Law Commission in case of differences.

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