What is the process for the removal of the Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) in India?

The Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) of India can only be removed by an order of the President after an address by each House of Parliament. The motion must be supported by a majority of the total membership of each House and by a two-thirds majority of members present and voting. This process is the same as that for the removal of a Supreme Court judge, as provided under Article 324(5) read with Article 124(4) of the Constitution of India.

Does Article 16 of the Indian Constitution guarantee a right to promotion in public employment?

Article 16(1) of the Constitution of India guarantees equality of opportunity in public employment. While it does not provide a fundamental right to promotion, it ensures that eligible candidates have a fundamental right to be fairly considered for promotion. Denial of such consideration to an eligible candidate within the zone of consideration constitutes a violation of this right, as affirmed by the Supreme Court in cases such as Ajit Singh vs State of Punjab (1999).

Which Constitutional Amendment changed the name of Orissa to Odisha and Oriya to Odia?

The 113th Constitutional Amendment Act, 2011 changed the name of the state from Orissa to Odisha and its official language from Oriya to Odia. This amendment recognized the linguistic and cultural identity of the Odia-speaking population and updated references in the Constitution accordingly.

Who has the authority to grant formal legal recognition to the capital of an Indian state?

The Parliament of India has the authority to grant formal legal recognition to the capital of a state, especially when such recognition involves amendments to central legislation. For example, Amaravati was granted legal status as the capital of Andhra Pradesh through an amendment to the Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation Act, which required parliamentary approval.

What was the objective of the Jan Vishwas (Amendment of Provisions) Act, 2023?

The Jan Vishwas (Amendment of Provisions) Act, 2023 aimed to improve the ease of doing business in India by decriminalising minor offences and rationalising penalties across regulatory laws. The Act amended 183 provisions across 42 central laws, reducing compliance burdens and promoting a more business-friendly regulatory environment.

Daily UPSC Prelims MCQs - Polity - 14th April 2026

Jigyashu Mishra
5 days ago
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Test your UPSC CSE 2026 preparation with today’s Polity (Every Tuesday) Quiz — covering removal of the chief election commissioner (CEC), Orissa and Oriya to Odisha and Odia, grant formal legal recognition to the new capital, Jan Vishwas (Amendment of Provisions) Act, 2023 and more.

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