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Download Solution PDFOn 21 November 2022, who assumed charge as the new Election Commissioner (EC) of India?
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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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