Polity question from Panchayat Secretary (VLW) exam, 2025 by JKSSB
Who accords recognition to election symbols in India?
Last updated Jun 5, 2026
Correct Answer:
Option B —
The Election Commission of India
The Election Commission of India (ECI) is the autonomous constitutional authority responsible for administering election processes in India.
Under the Election Symbols (Reservation and Allotment) Order, 1968, the ECI is the sole authority vested with the power to specify, allocate, and recognize election symbols for both National and State political parties, as well as independent candidates.
The ECI also resolves disputes regarding symbol claims when a political party splits.
Why the other options are incorrect:
(A), (C), and (D): While candidates, party leaders, and workers can choose, design, or request a specific symbol from the available pool of free symbols, they do not have the legal authority to officially "accord recognition" or reserve a symbol. That power rests exclusively with the Election Commission to prevent confusion and maintain order during elections.
Answer verified by Quintessence Classes faculty — Karan Nagar, Srinagar.
