In February 2025 who is elected as Chief Election Commissioner of India?

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The correct option is 1: Sh. Gyanesh Kumar.
As of February 2025, Sh. Gyanesh Kumar is expected to be serving as an Election Commissioner of India. The question asks who is "elected" as Chief Election Commissioner, but the Chief Election Commissioner and other Election Commissioners are appointed by the President of India, not elected. However, based on the current composition and the given correct option, Sh. Gyanesh Kumar was appointed as an Election Commissioner on March 14, 2024. Given the typical seniority and appointment process, it is plausible that by February 2025, he would be holding a prominent position, potentially as Chief Election Commissioner, following the retirement of a predecessor. The Election Commission of India is a constitutional body responsible for administering elections in India, and its members play a crucial role in ensuring free and fair electoral processes. The appointments are based on the recommendations of a selection committee.

The incorrect option is 2: Dr. Sukhbir Singh Sandhu.
Dr. Sukhbir Singh Sandhu was also appointed as an Election Commissioner alongside Sh. Gyanesh Kumar on March 14, 2024. While he is an Election Commissioner, the question specifies the Chief Election Commissioner, and based on the provided correct option, he is not the designated answer.

The incorrect option is 3: Dr. Vivek Joshi.
Dr. Vivek Joshi is not currently associated with the Election Commission of India in the capacity of Chief Election Commissioner or Election Commissioner. His name does not appear in public records or news related to recent appointments to these key electoral positions. Therefore, this option is incorrect.

The incorrect option is 4: Sh. Rajeev Kumar.
Sh. Rajeev Kumar is the current Chief Election Commissioner of India, having assumed office on May 15, 2022. However, his tenure is expected to conclude before February 2025. Therefore, while he is the incumbent, he would not be the Chief Election Commissioner in February 2025 according to the premise of the question and the designated correct answer.