What does the Election Commission of India do?
A quick civics explainer on elections and Article 324.
Article 324 gives the Election Commission authority over elections. Its responsibilities include conducting elections to the office of President of India.
The constitutional connection
For revision, connect the Election Commission with Article 324. The Commission oversees the electoral process and works to ensure free and fair elections.
One useful example
The Election Commission conducts the presidential election. The voting system for that election is proportional representation using a single transferable vote, with a secret ballot.
A revision question
Which constitutional article is associated with the Election Commission? Answer: Article 324. Do not confuse the authority conducting an election with the voters who participate in it.
Frequently asked questions
What does the Election Commission of India do?
Article 324 gives the Election Commission authority over elections. Its responsibilities include conducting elections to the office of President of India.