The Correct Answer is 1) Five years Explanation & Key Takeaways: • The Chief Information Commissioner (CIC) or the Information Commissioner (IC) holds office for a term of five years (or until the age of 65, whichever is earlier) starting from the date they assume their role. • The role of the CIC and IC in India is established under the Right to Information Act, 2005. • Their primary role is to ensure transparency within public authorities and to settle disputes regarding the provision of information. • They serve a term of five years from the date of assuming their office, or until they reach the age of 65, whichever is earlier. • The tenure of five years ensures providing ample time for them to execute their duties most effectively without external pressure. • They are appointed by the President of India based on the recommendation by a committee composed of the Prime Minister, Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, and a Union Cabinet Minister nominated by the Prime Minister. • They can be removed from their position only by the President of India on grounds of proved misbehaviour or incapacity after the Supreme Court, on a reference made to it by the President, has on inquiry, reported that the CIC or any IC ought to be removed. • The five-year term or up until the age 65 (whichever is earlier) is also a safeguard against any improper influence or pressure that may occur when addressing cases of information dispute.