The Chief Election Commissioner of India (CEC) is the head of the Election Commission of India

A body constitutionally empowered to conduct free and fair elections to the national and state legislatures and of President and Vice-President.

The CEC is appointed by the President of India on the recommendation of the Prime Minister of India.

The CEC is usually a retired judge or civil servant.

The CEC is usually a retired judge or civil servant.

The CEC is responsible for the overall conduct of elections in India, including the preparation of electoral rolls, the conduct of polls, and the declaration of results.