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Election Commission Sets Upper Age Limit of 70 for New Members

The Election Commission now requires that anyone applying to become a member must be under 70 years old at the time of application.

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Key Points

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Age limit applies at the date of filing the nomination.

Members can complete the entire four‑year term even after reaching 70.

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If a member turns 70 after being appointed, they are allowed to serve the full four‑year term.

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4 words

Election Commission

the body that organizes and oversees elections in the country

nomination

the formal process of submitting a name for a position

term

the fixed period during which someone holds a particular office

member

an individual who belongs to an organization or group

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