Question

This is NOT the administrative function of the Election Commission of India.

• A. Receives nomination.
• B. Settles disputes between parties.
• C. Allots symbols to parties.
• D. Announces schedules of elections.

Hint:

Major functions of the Election Commission:
• Conducts elections.
• Announces election schedule.
• Registers political parties.
• Allots election symbols.
• Supervises free and fair elections.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

Concept: The Election Commission of India (ECI) conducts free and fair elections and performs various administrative functions.

Step 1: Identify the administrative functions.
The ECI performs functions such as:
• Receiving nomination papers.
• Allotting election symbols.
• Announcing election schedules.

Step 2: Analyse the incorrect option.
Settling disputes between political parties is not an administrative function of the Election Commission. Such disputes are generally decided by courts or other competent authorities.

Step 3: Final conclusion.
Hence, the correct answer is \[ \boxed{\text{Settles disputes between parties}.} \]