Appointment of the Chief Election Commissioner and other Commissioners:
(a) The Chief Election Commissioner and other Commissioners are appointed by the President.
(b) Terms of Office and Conditions of Service of the Chief Election Commissioner and other Commissioners.
1. The Chief Election Commissioner or an Election Commissioner shall hold office for a term of six years.
2. However, if the Chief Election Commissioner or an Election Commissioner has attained the age of 65 years, the shall vacate office on the date on which he attains the said age.
3. The Chief Election Commissioner and other Commissioners are paid a salary equal to the salary of a judge of the Supreme Court e., Rs. 30,000 per month. On retirement, they are entitled to a pension.
4. If the Chief Election Commissioner and other Election commissioners differ in opinion on any matter, such matter shall be decided according to the opinion of the majority.
