Which of the following statements are correct in respect of the Election Commission of India?
1. It is an autonomous Legal Body.
2. Part XV of Indian Constitution deals with the Elections and the Election Commission.
3. The Election Commission was established on January 25, 1950.
4. Art. 328 provides bar on the interference of Courts in electoral matters.

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  1. 2 and 3
  2. 1 and 4
  3. 3 and 4
  4. 2 and 4

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Option 1 : 2 and 3
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The Correct answer is Option 1. 

Key Points

  • It is an autonomous Legal Body (1):  The Election Commission of India is indeed an autonomous body, but it is not strictly classified as a legal body in the sense of having legal powers; rather, it is a constitutional authority.  This statement is partially correct but not entirely accurate as per the context of the question.
  • Part XV of Indian Constitution deals with the Elections and the Election Commission (2):  This statement is correct. Part XV of the Constitution specifically deals with elections, including provisions for the Election Commission.  This statement is correct.
  • The Election Commission was established on January 25, 1950 (3):  This statement is correct. The Election Commission was established on this date, coinciding with the commencement of the Constitution of India. : This statement is correct.
  • Art. 328 provides bar on the interference of Courts in electoral matters (4):  Article 328 actually pertains to the power of the state legislatures to make provisions for the composition of their electoral bodies. The bar on interference by courts in electoral matters is more associated with Article 329.  This statement is incorrect.
  • The correct statements regarding the Election Commission of India are 2 and 3. Thus, the correct answer is Option 1: 2 and 3.
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