On 21 November 2022, who assumed charge as the new Election Commissioner (EC) of India?

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  1. Manoj Kumar
  2. Rajiv Kumar
  3. Arun Goel
  4. Anup Chandra Pandey

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Option 3 : Arun Goel
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The correct answer is Arun Goel.Key Points

  • Arun Goel assumed charge as the new Election Commissioner (EC) of India on 21 November 2022.
  • He succeeded Sushil Chandra who retired from the post on 20 November 2022.
  • Arun Goel is a 1984-batch Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer of Punjab cadre.
  • He has served in various positions in the state and central governments, including as Secretary in the Ministry of Culture.
  • Arun Goel's appointment as the new EC was made by the President of India on the recommendation of the Prime Minister-led selection committee.

 Important Points

  • Current as of April 2024: Chief Election Commissioner Shri Rajiv Kumar


Additional Information

  • Manoj Kumar is a common name and there is no information available about an IAS officer with this name being appointed as the new EC.
  • Rajiv Kumar is a former Vice-Chairman of NITI Aayog and has not been appointed as the new EC.
  • Anup Chandra Pandey is a retired IAS officer who served as the ChiefSecretary of Uttar Pradesh and is currently the Election Commissioner of India.
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