Who is responsible for conducting the process of fair elections in India?

Election Commission is the correct answer.

Key Points

• The Election Commission of India is an autonomous constitutional authority in India that is in charge of managing Union and State election processes. 
• The body is in charge of elections to the Lok Sabha, Rajya Sabha, State Legislative Assemblies, and the positions of President and Vice President in India.
• According to Article 324(2) of the Indian Constitution, the President of India has the authority to appoint the Chief Election Commissioner and the Election Commissioners.
• The Election Commission is a pan-India authority that serves both the Central and State governments. 
• It should be emphasized that the commission does not deal with municipal and panchayat elections in the states. 
• As a result, the Indian Constitution provides for a distinct State Election Commission.

Additional Information

• The Planning Commission was established to promote a rapid rise in the standard of living of the people through efficient exploitation of the country's resources, increased production, and providing opportunities for all to work in the service of the community. 
• The Indian President is the head of state and is also known as India's first citizen. He is a member of the Union Executive, the provisions of which are addressed in Article 52-78, including articles pertaining to the President (Article 52-62).
• According to Article 75 of the Indian Constitution, a Prime Minister is one who is selected by the President. There is no set system in place for his election or appointment. 
• According to Article 74(1), there shall be a Council of Ministers, led by a Prime Minister, to assist and advise the President. As a result, the Indian Constitution recognizes a Council of Ministers.