Question
Download Solution PDFOn 21 November 2022, who assumed charge as the new Election Commissioner (EC) of India?
Answer (Detailed Solution Below)
Detailed Solution
Download Solution PDFThe correct answer is Arun Goel.Key Points
- Arun Goel assumed charge as the new Election Commissioner (EC) of India on 21 November 2022.
- He succeeded Sushil Chandra who retired from the post on 20 November 2022.
- Arun Goel is a 1984-batch Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer of Punjab cadre.
- He has served in various positions in the state and central governments, including as Secretary in the Ministry of Culture.
- Arun Goel's appointment as the new EC was made by the President of India on the recommendation of the Prime Minister-led selection committee.
Important Points
- Current as of April 2024: Chief Election Commissioner Shri Rajiv Kumar
Additional Information
- Manoj Kumar is a common name and there is no information available about an IAS officer with this name being appointed as the new EC.
- Rajiv Kumar is a former Vice-Chairman of NITI Aayog and has not been appointed as the new EC.
- Anup Chandra Pandey is a retired IAS officer who served as the ChiefSecretary of Uttar Pradesh and is currently the Election Commissioner of India.
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