Question

    The Union Cabinet has accepted the recommendations of

    the High-Level Committee on Simultaneous Elections chaired by Shri Ram Nath Kovind. Which of the following was NOT a key recommendation of the committee?
    A Conducting Lok Sabha and Assembly elections simultaneously in two phases Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Conducting local body elections within 100 days of the general elections Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Utilizing a common electoral roll for all elections Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Phasing out the Election Commission of India and replacing it with a new electoral body Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E Constituting an implementation group to plan and oversee the rollout of simultaneous elections Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    The High-Level Committee did not recommend phasing out the Election Commission of India. The focus was on logistical strategies like a common electoral roll and phased elections, not replacing the electoral body.

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