Executive Summary:
This document is a notification from the Ministry of Law and Justice regarding the appointment of Shri Achal Kumar Joti as the Chief Election Commissioner, effective July 6, 2017, per Article 324(2) of the Constitution. It was published on July 4, 2017.
Key Points / Main Content:
Appointment of Chief Election Commissioner:
* Shri Achal Kumar Joti is appointed as the Chief Election Commissioner.
* The appointment is effective from July 6, 2017.
* The appointment is made in accordance with Article 324(2) of the Constitution of India.
Publication Details:
* Notification Number is S.O. 2068(E).
* Published by Authority.
* Published in New Delhi.
* Date of Publication: July 4, 2017.
Impact Analysis:
Shri Achal Kumar Joti:
* Impact: Appointed as the Chief Election Commissioner.
* Action Required: Assume the responsibilities and duties of the Chief Election Commissioner from July 6, 2017.
Election Commission of India:
* Impact: Leadership transition with the appointment of a new Chief Election Commissioner.
* Action Required: Facilitate the transition and integration of the new Chief Election Commissioner.
Ministry of Law and Justice:
* Impact: Issuance of the notification regarding the appointment.
* Action Required: Ensure proper documentation and record-keeping of the notification.
Key Entities Referenced
Achal Kumar Joti: Appointed as the Chief Election Commissioner.
Chief Election Commissioner: The designation to which Achal Kumar Joti was appointed.
Election Commission of India: The organization responsible for appointing the Chief Election Commissioner under Article 324 of the Constitution.
Article 324 of the Constitution: Refers to the article in the Constitution of India regarding the Election Commission's powers.
Ministry of Law and Justice: The ministry issuing the notification regarding the appointment.
Legislative Department: The specific department within the Ministry of Law and Justice responsible for the notification.
Dr. G. Narayana Raju: Secretary in the Legislative Department, Ministry of Law and Justice.
New Delhi: Location where the notification was issued.