Established under Article 324 of the Constitution.

Responsible for conducting elections to the Parliament, State Legislatures, the office of the President of India, and the office of the Vice-President of India.

Consists of a Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) and other Election Commissioners (number determined by the President).

Has the power to delimit constituencies, prepare electoral rolls, and register political parties.

Enforces the Model Code of Conduct to ensure fair elections.

Can disqualify candidates for violating election laws.

Has the power to declare elections void if malpractices are detected.

Ensures voter awareness and promotes voter participation.

Functions independently and is not subject to executive interference.

Established under Article 324 of the Constitution.

Responsible for conducting elections to the Parliament, State Legislatures, the office of the President of India, and the office of the Vice-President of India.

Consists of a Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) and other Election Commissioners (number determined by the President).

Has the power to delimit constituencies, prepare electoral rolls, and register political parties.

Enforces the Model Code of Conduct to ensure fair elections.

Can disqualify candidates for violating election laws.

Has the power to declare elections void if malpractices are detected.

Ensures voter awareness and promotes voter participation.

Functions independently and is not subject to executive interference.