Discuss the organisation and functions of the Election Commission of India.

The Election Commission of India (ECI) is an autonomous constitutional authority responsible for administering elections at the national, state, and local levels. It plays a vital role in ensuring free, fair, and transparent elections, upholding democratic values, and preserving the credibility of the electoral process in India. The ECI was established on 25th January 1950, as per the provisions of Article 324 of the Constitution of India, which vests the authority of elections in the Union and State legislatures to a permanent body—the Election Commission.

### Structure of the Election Commission of India

The Election Commission of India is a multi-member body. Initially, it consisted of a single Election Commissioner, but this changed with the enactment of the Election Commission (Conditions of Service of Election Commissioners and Transaction of Business) Act, 1991. Today, the Election Commission consists of three members: the Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) and two Election Commissioners (ECs). These members are appointed by the President of India. The CEC is the head of the commission, while the other two Election Commissioners assist in carrying out the various tasks related to elections.

The Election Commission enjoys independence from the government in its functioning, as its members cannot be removed easily and have a tenure that ensures stability. The tenure of the Election Commissioners is six years or until they reach the age of 65, whichever is earlier. They hold office under the conditions specified by the President, with the removal process requiring a resolution by Parliament, which provides them security in their position. _____ _______ __________ _____ _____ _____.
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