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Election Commission Appointments in India
This chapter explores the historical methods of appointing election commissioners in India, focusing on the seniority principle prior to legal formalizations. It introduces Gyanesh Kumar as the new Chief Election Commissioner and discusses recent changes in the appointment selection process while highlighting ongoing legal challenges and political dissent regarding transparency and government influence. The chapter underscores the implications of these developments on the integrity of the electoral process in India.