With reference to the Election Commission of India (ECI), consider the following statements.
- The Election Commission is a permanent constitutional body entrusted with the conduct of elections to Parliament, State Legislatures, and the offices of President and Vice-President of India.
- The Chief Election Commissioner and other Election Commissioners are appointed by the President of India for a tenure of six years, or until the age of 65 years, whichever is earlier.
- They enjoy the same status and receive the same salary and perks as Judges of the Supreme Court of India.
- While the Chief Election Commissioner can be removed in like manner and on like grounds as a Supreme Court Judge, the other Election Commissioners cannot be removed except on the recommendation of the Chief Election Commissioner.
How many of the above statements are correct?