CEC removal procedure: Pleas Rejected Due to Lack of Evidence

Context: CEC removal procedure

Opposition notices seeking removal of the Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) were rejected by the Rajya Sabha Chairman and Lok Sabha Speaker.

Constitutional provisions & law (Removal mechanism)

  1. Article 324(5)
    • CEC can be removed in the same manner as a Supreme Court judge.
  2. Article 124(4)
    • Removal requires:
    • Proved misbehaviour or incapacity
    • Special majority in Parliament
    (majority of total membership + 2/3rd of members present & voting)
  3. Judges (Inquiry) Act, 1968
    • Provides procedure:
    • Motion → Inquiry committee → Proof of charges → Parliamentary vote

Why the plea was rejected

  1. No prima facie misbehaviour
    • Notices failed to show even initial proof.
  2. High constitutional bar not met
    • Allegations did not satisfy strict standard under Art 324(5) + 124(4).
  3. Lack of evidence
    • Claims were not backed by concrete proof.
  4. Sub judice / already examined issues
    • Some matters were pending before courts or already adjudicated.
  5. Within EC’s constitutional powers
    • Actions fell under Article 324 and aligned with Supreme Court directions.
CEC removal procedure
CEC removal procedure
PYQ – 2017, Ans – D

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