Static Core GK - Indian Polity (Static)
Which constitutional body has the power to supervise, direct, and control elections to Parliament and State Legislatures?
Which constitutional body has the power to supervise, direct, and control elections to Parliament and State Legislatures?
hard Q9 of 15
Step-by-Step Solution
Step 1: Understand the supervisory role
The question asks which body supervises elections to Parliament and State Legislatures.Step 2: Apply constitutional knowledge
The Election Commission of India, established under Article 324, has the power to supervise, direct, and control elections to Parliament and State Legislatures.Step 3: Analyze other options
UPSC recruits civil servants, Finance Commission deals with financial matters, and CAG audits accounts, so they do not have election supervisory powers.Final Answer:
Election Commission of India → Option DQuick Check:
Election supervision = Election Commission of India ✅
Quick Trick: Election Commission controls all elections except local bodies.
Common Mistakes:
- Confusing UPSC or Finance Commission with election supervision.
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