Which body decides disputes regarding the election of the President or Vice President of India?

• A. The Election Commission
• B. The Supreme Court
• C. The Parliament
• D. The High Court

Answer: (B)

The Supreme Court of India is responsible for deciding disputes related to the elections of the President and Vice President, as stipulated in Article 71 of the Indian Constitution. This provision outlines that any question regarding the validity of an election of the President or Vice President, or in relation to the conduct of such elections, is to be determined by the Supreme Court. The rationale behind this decision rests on the need for a neutral and authoritative body to ensure constitutional compliance and to uphold the integrity of the electoral process for these high offices.

While the other options include bodies that deal with various electoral matters or legal issues, they do not possess the specific mandate to adjudicate disputes concerning the presidential or vice-presidential elections as the Supreme Court does, making it the correct authority for such cases.