Q8 · UPPSC current affairs · 28 September 2026 · News · Electoral Roll Revisions and ECI Constitutional Mandate

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Which of the following constitutional provisions vests the power of superintendence, direction, and control of elections in the Election Commission of India?

A Article 280
B Article 370
C Article 324
D Article 356

Correct answer: (c) Article 324

Explanation

Option C is correct because Article 324 of the Constitution vests the power of election conduct, oversight, and control in the Election Commission of India. Options A, C, and D deal with the Finance Commission, President's Rule, and the erstwhile special status of Jammu and Kashmir respectively.

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