Who was the Chairman when the Election Commission was first formed in India?

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Sukumar Sen - The correct answer is Sukumar Sen. He served as the first Chief Election Commissioner of India.The Election Commission of India (ECI) was officially established on 25th January 1950. In recognition of this foundation day, January 25th is celebrated annually as National Voters' Day in India. Under the leadership of Sukumar Sen, the ECI successfully conducted independent India's first two general elections in 1951–52 and 1957, managing the monumental task of organizing elections based on universal adult suffrage for the first time.Other Options Explained:The remaining options are highly significant figures in Indian constitutional history. Understanding their roles is crucial for upcoming examinations:(A) Sachidananda Sinha: He served as the interim (temporary) President of the Constituent Assembly of India during its first meeting on 9th December 1946.(C) B.R. Ambedkar: Recognized as the Father of the Indian Constitution, he was the Chairman of the Drafting Committee of the Constituent Assembly. He also served as the first Minister of Law and Justice of independent India.(D) Dr. Rajendra Prasad: He was the first permanent President of the Constituent Assembly (elected on 11th December 1946) and later became the first President of India.

Who was the Chairman when the Election Commission was first formed in India?

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