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Question

The superintendence, direction and control of all elections to the Panchayats are vested in:

  1. The Governor
  2. The Election Commission of India
  3. The District Panchayat Raj Officer
  4. The State Election Commission

Answer:

Option D: The State Election Commission

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “The State Election Commission”.

The State Election Commission is responsible for the superintendence, direction, and control of all elections to the Panchayats. This is mandated by Article 243K of the Indian Constitution.