Controversy Sparks Over Electoral Roll Revision Amid Opposition Protests
The Election Commission is conducting a Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls amidst protests from opposition parties, who fear potential voter exclusion. The EC emphasizes the need for revisions due to demographics changes and ensures citizens of age can participate. Bihar's 2003 electoral roll will aid this process.
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The Election Commission faces resistance from opposition parties regarding the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, arguing it may lead to voter exclusion. However, the EC maintains the necessity of revisions due to demographic shifts, mandated by the Constitution to ensure only eligible citizens are on the list.
The EC has made Bihar's 2003 electoral roll publicly available for use as documentary evidence, simplifying the verification process for approximately 60 percent of the electorate during the current revision. This initiative will help ease the paperwork for both voters and booth level officers.
Despite criticisms, the EC upholds mandatory electoral roll revisions as stipulated by the Representation of People Act and its governing rules, highlighting its commitment to updating rolls annually in response to demographic changes like age eligibility and migration.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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