It has been alleged that the Election Commission (EC) has allowed massive irregularities in voter lists, specifically targeting minority and Opposition-supporting voters. On selecting the ECThe process of appointing election commissioners had caused controversy when the Government passed the Chief Election Commissioner and other Election Commissioners (Appointment, Conditions of Office and Terms of Office) Act, 2023, which regulates the appointment and removal of the CEC and election commissioners, replacing the 1991 Act. By far the most significant provision ensuring independence of the EC is the provision for the removal of the CEC and other election commissioners. The removal of other election commissioners is done by the President on the advice of the CEC. This provision strikes a balance between the executive power and the independence of the election commissioners.

Source: The Hindu February 24, 2026 12:05 UTC