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The State Election Commissioner (Qualifications and Appointment) Act, 1994

The State Election Commissioner (Qualifications and Appointment) Act, 1994

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This law establishes the qualifications, appointment process, and service conditions for the State Election Commissioner of Maharashtra. It applies to senior public servants appointed to oversee local elections in the state, requiring candidates to hold or have held a post at least equivalent to a Principal Secretary. To guarantee independence and impartiality, the statute mandates that the Commissioner cannot belong to a political party, hold legislative office, or engage in other business or professions during their term. By securing fixed compensation, leaves, pensions, and a defined non-renewable five-year term, the Act ensures free, fair, and autonomous local democratic elections across Maharashtra.

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  1. 1. Short title.
  2. 2. Definitions.
  3. 3. Qualifications for appointment.
  4. 4. Salary.
  5. 5. State Election Commissioner to hold no other office.
  6. 6. Term of office.
  7. 7. Leave.
  8. 8. Pension payable to the State Election Commissioner.
  9. 9. Right to subscribe to General Provident Fund.
  10. 10. Other conditions of service.

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