A bill to regulate the appointment process for the Chief Election Commissioner and Election Commissioners will be discussed in the upcoming Parliament Special Session. The bill suggests excluding the Chief Justice of India from the panel responsible for selecting the CEC and ECs.
#BREAKING Bill to regulate the appointment process for Chief Election Commissioner and ECs to be taken up in the Parliament Special Session next week.
The Bill proposes to exclude CJI from the panel to select CEC and ECs. pic.twitter.com/qr4hUjeyla
— Live Law (@LiveLawIndia) September 13, 2023
A bill to regulate the appointment process for the Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) and Election Commissioners (ECs) will be taken up in the upcoming Parliament Special Session next week. This development comes as a significant step towards ensuring a fair and transparent selection process for these crucial positions.
The proposed bill aims to exclude the Chief Justice of India (CJI) from the panel responsible for selecting the CEC and ECs. This move is expected to bring about a more independent and impartial appointment process, free from any potential biases or influence.
The bill has garnered attention and support from various quarters, with proponents arguing that the exclusion of the CJI would prevent any undue interference from the judiciary in the functioning of the Election Commission. It is believed that this change will enhance the autonomy and credibility of the Election Commission, which plays a vital role in upholding the democratic principles of the country.
The Parliament Special Session will provide an opportunity for lawmakers to deliberate on the bill and engage in constructive discussions about its merits and potential implications. If passed, the bill could have a significant impact on the future of the Election Commission and the electoral process as a whole.
As the date for the Parliament Special Session approaches, stakeholders and citizens alike are eagerly awaiting the outcome of the bill’s deliberations. The decision taken by the lawmakers will not only shape the appointment process for the CEC and ECs but also determine the level of independence and integrity maintained by the Election Commission in the years to come..
#BREAKING Bill to regulate the appointment process for Chief Election Commissioner and ECs to be taken up in the Parliament Special Session next week.
The Bill proposes to exclude CJI from the panel to select CEC and ECs. pic.twitter.com/qr4hUjeyla
— Live Law (@LiveLawIndia) September 13, 2023