Which of the following statements about State Election Commissioner is/are correct?

 1. Preparation of electoral rolls for elections to the Panchayats takes place under his/her direction

2. He/she is appointed by the Governor of the concerned State on the advice of the Chief Election Commissioner of India

Select the answer using the code given below:

(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2