Examine the role of the Election Commission of India in ensuring free and fair elections. (10 marks)
Question 1
Examine
10 marks
Evaluation Results
Sample Answer Assessment3.8 / 10
38.0% ScoreStudent Answer
The Election Commission of India (ECI) is a constitutional body established under Article 324 of the Indian Constitution. It plays a crucial role in conducting elections in India.
ECI is responsible for preparing electoral rolls, conducting elections, and ensuring that the electoral process is transparent. The Commission has powers to supervise elections and can take action against violations of the Model Code of Conduct.
However, the answer lacks detailed discussion on specific mechanisms like EVM security, voter registration processes, and recent reforms. The role of the Commission in addressing electoral malpractices could be explored more deeply.
How It Was Evaluated
Question Context
Directive
Examine
Max Marks
10
Explicitly stated
Key Topics
Election Commission
India
elections
constitutional body
Article 324
Evaluation Breakdown
Structural Completeness
65%
Content Depth
70%
Examples Used
No
Absence of examples reduced analytical strength and content effectiveness, contributing to mark reduction.
Dimensions Attempted
Introduction
Body
- Base score from AI assessment (good structure 65%, good content 70%): +4.76
- 2 scoring dimensions missing (Conclusion and Examples): -2.0
- Structure bonus (well-organized answer): +1.0
- Final score: 4.76 - 2.0 + 1.0 = 3.76 / 10 (rounded to 3.8)
- The "Examine" directive required analytical depth, which was emphasized in scoring
Scoring Adjustments & Penalties Applied
- Penalty applied for missing conclusion section: -1.0 marks. The "Examine" directive requires a structured conclusion that synthesizes analysis. This absence directly reduced the final score.
- Penalty applied for no examples used: -1.0 marks. The absence of examples reduced analytical strength and content effectiveness, contributing to mark reduction.
- Limited analytical depth relative to "Examine" directive: The "Examine" directive demands analysis of mechanisms, processes, and challenges. The answer identified key points but lacked depth in exploring specific mechanisms (e.g., EVM security, voter registration processes) and recent reforms. This shortfall directly affected marks, as the directive emphasizes analytical depth over surface-level coverage.
- Structural completeness score clarification: The 65% structural completeness score reflects organization and flow, but was reduced due to the absence of a conclusion. Structural flow alone does not compensate for missing mandatory scoring dimensions.
Summary: The base score of 4.76 (from 65% structure and 70% content) was reduced by 2.0 marks for missing dimensions (Conclusion: -1.0, Examples: -1.0), then increased by 1.0 for structural organization, resulting in 3.76 (rounded to 3.8). The 38% final score reflects both dimensional gaps and limited analytical depth relative to the "Examine" directive's demands.
Detailed Feedback
Strengths
- Identifies the constitutional basis of ECI
- Mentions key responsibilities of the Commission
- Answer is well-organized with clear structure
Areas for Improvement
- Missing conclusion section
- Lacks specific examples of ECI's interventions
- Limited discussion on recent electoral reforms
- Does not address challenges faced by ECI
Directive Linkage: The "Examine" directive demands analysis of mechanisms, processes, and challenges. To improve, focus on exploring specific mechanisms (EVM security, voter registration processes) and recent reforms in greater depth, rather than surface-level coverage.
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