The Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) must have held the position of a Judge in:

A. A District and Sessions Court
B. The Supreme Court or a High Court
C. The Federal Shariat Court
D. Any superior court
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.

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