The Supreme Court of India expressed concern over successive governments failing to enact legislation ensuring the independent functioning of the Election Commission of India during hearings challenging the validity of the 2023 appointment law.
TMC MP Mahua Moitra filed a petition in the Supreme Court backing challenges to the validity of the Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) and Election Commissioners’ (EC) appointment process. The controversy arose after the Modi government introduced a new law replacing the Chief Justice of India with a Union cabinet minister, chosen on the prime minister’s recommendation, in the selection panel. Critics argue that this change undermines the independence of the Election Commission. The case raises concerns over executive influence in crucial constitutional appointments.
