Question :
Who has been appointed as India’s new Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) in 2025?
Option :
- Rajiv Kumar
- Sukhbir Singh Sandhu
- Vivek Joshi
- Gyanesh Kumar
correct answer : d)
The correct answer is (d) Gyanesh Kumar.
Explanation:
Gyanesh Kumar was officially appointed as the Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) of India on 19 February 2025, succeeding Rajiv Kumar, who retired on 18 February 2025.
His appointment was made under a newly enacted law—marking the first time this selection process was used—and he will serve as the 26th CEC until early 2029.
So among the provided options:
(a) Rajiv Kumar – Former CEC until February 2025
(b) Sukhbir Singh Sandhu – Currently serving as an Election Commissioner, not the CEC
(c) Vivek Joshi – Appointed as an Election Commissioner in February 2025, not the Chief Election Commissioner
(d) Gyanesh Kumar – Correct answer