Correct Answer:
B. The Supreme Court or a High Court
The constitutional requirement for the Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) is that they must be a person who is, or has been, a Judge of The Supreme Court or a High Court, or is qualified to be appointed as such. This ensures the CEC possesses the necessary legal expertise, impartiality, and judicial temperament crucial for overseeing electoral processes effectively.
- A District and Sessions Court is a lower court; the constitutional requirement specifies higher judicial experience.
- The Federal Shariat Court is a specialized court, not the general requirement for the CEC's qualification.
- Any superior court is too broad; the Constitution specifically names the Supreme Court or a High Court.