Won’t be swayed by such insinuations: EC on Kejriwal’s bias claim
In a strongly worded statement, the Election Commission (EC) has rejected allegations made by AAP chief Arvind Kejriwal, accusing CEC Rajiv Kumar of “not doing his duty and having greed for a post-retirement appointment”. The EC has stated that it will not be swayed by such insinuations and has reiterated its commitment to conducting free and fair elections.
The feud between the EC and Kejriwal escalated on Wednesday, when the AAP chief made the allegations at a press conference. Kejriwal claimed that Kumar, who is due to retire as CEC in May, was not doing his duty and was instead seeking a post-retirement appointment. Kejriwal’s allegations were made in the context of the ongoing Delhi Assembly elections, which are being conducted by the EC.
However, the EC has hit back at Kejriwal’s claims, saying that it is not a single-member body and that the three-member Commission has collectively taken note of the deliberate pressure tactics being used to malign the EC. In a statement, the EC said, “We’ve decided not to be swayed by such insinuations and will continue to perform our duties with utmost professionalism and impartiality.”
The EC’s statement is a clear indication that it will not be intimidated by Kejriwal’s allegations and will continue to conduct the elections in a free and fair manner. The Commission’s reputation for impartiality and integrity is well-established, and it has consistently demonstrated its commitment to conducting elections that are free from bias and manipulation.
Kejriwal’s allegations against Kumar are also a clear attempt to discredit the EC and undermine its authority. By accusing Kumar of having personal motivations, Kejriwal is trying to create a perception that the EC is biased and is not conducting the elections in a fair and transparent manner. However, the EC’s statement has effectively rebuffed these allegations and has reaffirmed its commitment to conducting free and fair elections.
The EC’s statement is also significant because it highlights the importance of maintaining the integrity and impartiality of the electoral process. The Commission’s role is to ensure that elections are conducted in a manner that is free from bias and manipulation, and that all parties are treated fairly and equally. Any attempt to undermine the EC’s authority or to question its impartiality is therefore a serious matter that can potentially compromise the integrity of the electoral process.
In the context of the Delhi Assembly elections, the EC’s statement is also significant because it is a clear indication that the Commission is committed to conducting the elections in a free and fair manner. The EC has already taken several measures to ensure that the elections are conducted in a transparent and accountable manner, including the use of VVPATs (Voter-Verified Paper Audit Trails) and the deployment of web cameras at polling stations.
The EC’s statement is also a reminder that the Commission is not a single-member body, but rather a three-member Commission that makes decisions collectively. This means that any decision taken by the EC is a collective decision that is based on a consensus among all three members. This ensures that the Commission is not swayed by personal biases or agendas, and that its decisions are based on a collective and impartial assessment of the situation.
In conclusion, the EC’s statement is a clear indication that it will not be swayed by Kejriwal’s allegations and will continue to conduct the Delhi Assembly elections in a free and fair manner. The Commission’s reputation for impartiality and integrity is well-established, and it has consistently demonstrated its commitment to conducting elections that are free from bias and manipulation. The EC’s statement is also a reminder of the importance of maintaining the integrity and impartiality of the electoral process, and the Commission’s commitment to conducting elections that are fair and transparent.
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