Correct answer: (d) 3 only
Explanation
- A
1 and 2 only
Option (a) is 1 and 2 only. The Election Commission of India is the Chief Election Commissioner plus two Election Commissioners (three members), not five. The election schedule is decided by the ECI, not by the Union Home Ministry. Both 1 and 2 are false. This option is not the key.
- B
2 only
Option (b) is 2 only. Home Ministry does not fix the poll calendar. This option is therefore wrong.
- C
2 and 3 only
Option (c) is 2 and 3 only. Statement 2 is false even though 3 is true. This option is not the key.
- D
3 only
Statement 3 is correct: the ECI decides disputes on splits and mergers of recognised parties under the Election Symbols (Reservation and Allotment) Order, 1968. Statements 1 and 2 are false. Hence 3 only is the official key.
Summary. Official key is (d) 3 only. ECI is a three-member body. It, not the Home Ministry, notifies the schedule for general and bye-elections. It does adjudicate recognised-party splits and mergers for the party symbol. Only statement 3 is right.
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