What are the functions of the Election Commission?

What are the functions of the Election Commission?

Ans.

(i) The Election Commission prepares the electoral rolls where the name, father’s name, age and sex of the voters are clearly mentioned.

(ii) The area where elections are to be held is divided into many clear cut constituencies so that elections are held in an organised way.

(iii) It plans the election schedule, appoints the election officials and ensures that free and fair elections are held.

(iv) The Election Commission allots election symbols and prints ballot papers so that the voter can differentiate between the political parties.

(v) It scrutinises the nomination papers and ensures that the party in power does not get an undue advantage over other parties or individuals.