New Delhi, Sept. 23 -- The Election Commission of India on Wednesday defended its decision-making process, saying that differing views and observations within an institution are a normal part of deliberation before a final decision is taken.

The poll panel's response came amid a political row after an Indian Express report highlighted objections raised by two Election Commissioners over several decisions during the rollout of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls

"Differing views and observations are a normal part of deliberation in any institution. They are a part of the decision-making process before a final decision is taken. Not only the three Commissioners, but every officer of the Commission is fully authorised t...