Indian Democracy — Social Science STD 9 — Question
Gujarat BoardEnglish MediumSTD 9Social ScienceIndian Democracy3 Marks
Question
Explain the process of election in India.
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Answer
Owing to its large population India is the largest democracy of the world with largest number of voters.
In India, the elections are conducted, administered, controlled and monitored by the Election Commission.
It is essential for any democracy that its Election Commission is independent, impartial and autonomous.
Moreover, it is mandatory that the Election Commission works with complete independence.
The Constitution of India has made special provision for deciding the terms and conditions of appointing the Election Commissioner, his criteria for service, removal and suspension.
It is the responsibility and authority of the Election Commission to hold elections for the Parliament, Legislative Assembly, Legislative Council, the President and the Vice-President.
In India we carry our election by casting votes through secret ballot system.
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