Jharkhand State Election Commission is an autonomous and statutory body constituted in Indian state of Jharkhand for ensuring that elections in are conducted in free, fair and unbiased way. Constitution of India with provisions as per Article 243K and 243 ZA and Article 324 ensures creation and safeguarding of the powers of State Election Commissions. Jharkhand State Election Commission is responsible for conducting elections for Urban Local Bodies like Municipalities, Municipal Corporations, Panchayats and any other specified by Election Commission of India. Jharkhand State Election Commissioner is appointed by Governor of Jharkhand.
Jharkhand State Election Commission was formed in accordance with powers of Election Commission of India, which was constituted in year 1950[2] to supervise state level elections.[3] State election commissioner is appointed by Governor.[4][5] To ensure the autonomy of the position, the Jharkhand state election commissioner cannot be removed from office except on the grounds and manner specified for judge of High Court.
Jharkhand States Election Commissioner is responsible for the following:[2][6]
Jharkhand State Election Commission is headed by Chief Election Commissioner[12] and as many members as specified in State Act. State Election Commissioners are independent persons not holding position or office in any Central or State Government organisations[13]
Sri Dr. Devendra Kumar Tiwari, is the Chief Election Commissioner of Jharkhand State Election Commission.[14][15] His period of service will be 5 years or attaining an age of 65 years whichever is earlier.
Jharkhand State Election Commission was formed after amendment of Constitution with 73rd and 74th declaration.[16] State Election Commissions were formed as per Article 243K of the Constitution, similar to setting up of Election commission of India as per Article 324.[3]