Who is the newly appointed Chief Electoral Officer of Rajasthan, who took charge after Ashwani Bhagat?

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The correct answer is Anand Kumar.In News

The newly appointed Chief Electoral Officer for Rajasthan, Anand Kumar, assumed his charge after Ashwani Bhagat.

Key Points

Anand Kumar is a 1994-batch IAS officer who has taken over as the Chief Electoral Officer of Rajasthan.
His background includes significant administrative roles, and he has been tasked with ensuring the integrity and transparency of elections in the state.
He succeeded Ashwani Bhagat, who was removed from the position due to concerns about his performance,
- particularly following an Election Commission team's visit that expressed dissatisfaction with the administration of electoral processes in the state

Additional Information

The Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) is a senior government official responsible for overseeing the election process in a state or union territory in India.
The CEO acts as the main officer for election-related activities and ensures that the elections are conducted in a free, fair, and transparent manner.
The CEO coordinates with the Election Commission of India to implement election procedures in the state or territory, ensuring compliance with the Representation of the People Act and other relevant laws.