Question 1

• “Democratic legitimization of those in power is indicated as one

of the basic functions of the elections and consequences that
they bring i.e., the possibility of universal participation in the
elections, the resultant transfer of decision-making onto
representatives and legitimization of authority are the stabilizing
elements, giving legitimacy to the political system.”
• In light of the above statement, critically analyze the significance
of elections as a cornerstone of political participation and
representation. Discuss how elections serve as a vital mechanism
for promoting political legitimacy and citizen engagement in a
democratic society.
 Question 2
• Write a short note on
– Qualification of a President
– Qualification of a Vice President
– Qualification of a Rajya Sabha Member
– Qualification of a Lok Sabha Member
 Question 3
• Mr. A, whose parents are Bhutanese nationals who
sought refuge in India in 1994, Mr. A was born in the
year 2001 and he passed his 10th class board exams in
the year 2020. Establish whether Mr. A is qualified to
run for Lok Sabha Elections.
 Question 4
• Write Short note on the electoral process of the
following:
• A. President
• B. Vice President
• C. Rajya Sabha
• D. Lok Sabha
 Question 5
• Elections are multi-dimensional socio-political events
that are complex in nature, and need some
fundamental reforms regarding their policies, and
great cooperation from people who are true advocates
of democracy to hold the Electoral system more
accessible, accountable, and transparent. Comment on
the statement by supporting it with electoral reform
measures taken by the Election Commission of India.
 Question 6
• The judiciary in India plays a pivotal role in ensuring
electoral reforms by safeguarding the integrity of the
democratic process, upholding the rule of law, and
providing a critical check on potential electoral
irregularities, thereby contributing to the consolidation
of a robust and transparent electoral system.
• Comment on the above statement, support your
stance with judicial pronouncements
 Question 7
The Election Commission receives its main authority
from the Constitution. Illustrate the provisions provided
in the Constitution which give the necessary
authoritative backing to the Election Commission
 Question 8
• What is the Composition of Election Commission? How
is the term for Chief election commissioner decided?
Illustrate the purpose of establishing Election
Commission in India.
 Question 9
• To what extent do the constitutional powers and
functions of the Election Commission of India
contribute to the maintenance of a free and fair
electoral process?
• Analyze the key responsibilities and discretionary
powers vested in the Election Commission and discuss
their impact on the democratic functioning of India's
electoral system. Support your argument with relevant
case studies and constitutional provisions.
 Question 10
• What is electoral Roll? Briefly discuss the qualifications
and disqualification for a person to be on the electoral
roll.
 Question 11
• Discuss whether the following person is qualified to be
on the electoral roll:
• A. Mr. A, whose hometown is Gwalior is a member of
armed services. He has not visited his hometown for
the last 10 years, although he is registered in the
electoral roll of Gwalior Constituency. Mr. A wants to
enroll in the electoral roll of Kolkata as he is positioned
there for past 4 years.
• B. Mr. A’s parents died in a car accident on the way to
New Delhi from Jammu in 2020. Mr. A was 17 years at
the time. For the 2024 election Mr. A wants to vote, for
which he needs to be registered in the electoral roll of
South Delhi Constituency. Can he do so, what is the
process for doing so.
• C. Mr. A, migrated from Bihar to Mumbai in search of
better job opportunities. He was initially living in dharavi
slum, he was not able to secure any job for 6 months and
was eventually kicked off by the landlords for not paying
the rent. For the past 3 months he was living on roadside
and earning his living by doing odd jobs.
• Mr A now wants to get his name registered in the voter’s
list. Describe the process that Mr. A will undergo to get his
name registered in the Voter’s list.
 Question 12
• What is delimitation of constituencies? Illustrate on
the purpose, composition and functions of the
delimitation commission.
 Question 13
• Mrs. A was a registered voter in the Constituency of
Bulandshahar. After her marriage, she shifted to Rewa
district. She