Results of the elections in India have always been accepted by political parties without questioning the legitimacy of the results. In light of this, discuss the role of Election Commission of India in conducting elections in India and what are the factors that enable it to perform that role. 10 marks

Mentor’s comment- In the intro, mention the context of disputed election results in the US. In the body, mention the role of Election Commission of India as a constitutional body. Powers given by it by the Constitution to performs its duties fairly and impartially like the process for the removal of Chief Election Commissioner of India. … Continue reading Results of the elections in India have always been accepted by political parties without questioning the legitimacy of the results. In light of this, discuss the role of Election Commission of India in conducting elections in India and what are the factors that enable it to perform that role. 10 marks