Supreme Court warned against a superior Chief Election Commissioner
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The Supreme Court has historically emphasized that the Chief Election Commissioner must operate as part of a collegial body rather than holding unilateral power.
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- The Supreme Court of India warned in 1991 that an authoritative Chief Election Commissioner could render other Election Commissioners ineffective.
- The court held that concentrating exclusive power in one individual undermines the democratic nature of the Election Commission of India.
- A multi-member structure for the commission is required to ensure accountability and balanced decision-making.
- Current discussions highlight internal friction within the commission regarding the exercise of these powers.
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NamedIndia · Election Commission of India · Gyanesh Kumar · S.S. Dhanoa · Supreme Court of India · T.N. Seshan
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