Chhattisgarh Pre Exam 2014

Chief Election Commissioner of India may be removed by

Verified Answer
A. Resolution of cabinet by two third majority
B. Resolution of both houses
C. On recommendation of Chief Justice of India
D. None of these

Explanation:

Article 324(5) of the Indian Constitution states that the Chief Election Commissioner shall not be removed from his office except in like manner and on the like grounds as a Judge of the Supreme Court. This requires an address by each House of Parliament supported by a special majority, i.e., a resolution of both houses.