EC begins preparations to elect Vice-President for 2025
The Election Commission (EC) has initiated preparatory activities for the 2025 Vice-Presidential election, with the poll schedule to be announced soon. This vacancy arose due to Jagdeep Dhankhar's resignation. The EC is mandated by Article 324 of the Constitution to conduct this election, which is governed by the Presidential and Vice-Presidential Elections Act, 1952, and Rules, 1974. The Vice-President is elected by an Electoral College comprising elected and nominated members of both Rajya Sabha and Lok Sabha. Members of the Electoral College vote based on individual choice, not party whip, and candidates require at least 20 electors as proposers and 20 as seconders.
Key Points
- The Election Commission has initiated preparations for the 2025 Vice-Presidential election following a mid-term vacancy.
- The EC's mandate to conduct such elections is derived from Article 324 of the Constitution.
- The election process is governed by specific Acts and Rules, outlining the composition of the Electoral College.
- Members of the Electoral College for the Vice-Presidential election vote independently, without being bound by a party whip.
- Candidates require at least 20 electors as proposers and 20 as seconders, as per the 1974 Rules.
Exam Facts
- Vice-Presidential election for 2025.
- Election Commission (EC) is mandated under Article 324 of the Constitution.
- Governed by Presidential and Vice-Presidential Elections Act, 1952 and Rules, 1974.
- Electoral College includes elected and nominated members of Rajya Sabha and Lok Sabha.
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