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23 July 2026

Karnataka electoral roll revision

The topic provides practical context on the implementation of electoral roll revisions and the administrative burden on civil servants, which are relevant to understanding the functioning of the Election Commission and the Representation of the People Act.

1 min read Day 32 of 76 2 questions 1 prelims

Notes

  • Karnataka is conducting a Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls to ensure accuracy.
  • The exercise involves house-to-house verification by Booth Level Officers (BLOs) to identify electors under the ASDDO category (Absent, Shifted, Dead, Duplicate, and Others).
  • Approximately 47.02 lakh voters, representing 8.48% of the state's 5.54 crore electorate, have been flagged for potential deletion.
  • Flagging does not imply automatic deletion; cases undergo scrutiny by Booth Level Agents (BLAs) and Electoral Registration Officers (EROs).
  • The process includes digitisation of enumeration forms, with a draft electoral roll scheduled for publication on August 17.
  • Concerns have been raised regarding the administrative burden and stress placed on government employees, such as teachers, when assigned as BLOs for electoral duties.

Part of a longer story

This is day 32 of 76 in Election Commission of India electoral roll revision exercises, which has been running since 21 June 2026. Reading it whole is usually worth more than reading today alone — the exam asks how something developed.

Questions

  1. The integrity of electoral rolls is the bedrock of a robust democracy. Discuss the significance of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) process and the role of the Election Commission in ensuring an accurate and inclusive electoral roll. 150 words
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  2. The deployment of government staff, particularly teachers, for non-academic duties like electoral roll revision has been a subject of debate. Analyze the administrative challenges of conducting large-scale electoral exercises in India and suggest measures to balance the burden on public servants while maintaining the sanctity of the electoral process. 250 words
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Prelims

  1. What does the 'ASDDO' category refer to in the context of electoral roll revision in India?

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