Question

State whether the following statement is true or false. Give reasons for your answer.

The state government decides as to when and in how many stages the election would be held in a particular state.

Answer 1

This statement is false.

Reasons:

1. In India, Election Commission is central to the process of elections.
2. It is under the direction and control of the Election Commission that the whole process of election right from the declaration of the date of elections to the announcement of results is carried out.
3. Thus, This statement is false.