Goa State Election Commission
Goa State Election Commission is an autonomous and statutory body constituted in Indian state of Goa for ensuring that elections 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. Goa 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. Goa State Election Commissioner is appointed by Governor of Goa. History and Administration. Goa  State Election Commission was formed in accordance with powers of Election Commission of India, which was constituted in year 1950 to supervise state level elections. State election commissioner is appointed by Governor. To ensure the autonomy of the position, the Goa state election commissioner cannot be removed from office except on the grounds and manner specified for judge of High Court. Goa State Election Commission launched new website for its office in October 2021. Powers and Responsibilities. Goa States Election Commissioner is responsible for the following: Composition. Goa State Election Commission is a one-man commission consisting of Chief  Election Commissioner. State Election Commissioners are independent persons not holding position or office in any Central or State Government organisations. Shree W V Ramanamurthy, Retd I.A.S., is the Chief Election Commissioner of Goa. His period of service will be 5 years or attaining an age of 65 years whichever is earlier. Constitutional Requirements. Goa State Election Commission was formed after amendment of Constitution with 73rd and 74th declaration. 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. See also. Election Commission of India