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25 August 2026

Karnataka electoral rolls revision

The topic highlights critical procedural and transparency issues in electoral roll management, which directly relates to the functioning of the Election Commission and the Representation of the People Act.

1 min read Day 61 of 76 2 questions 1 prelims

Notes

  • Karnataka's draft electoral rolls published following a Special Intensive Revision (SIR) process.
  • Electorate size reduced to 4.46 crore after the removal of 1.07 crore names.
  • Removals categorized under 'Absent, Shifted, Duplicate, Dead, and Others' (ASDDO).
  • 43.81 lakh notices to be issued to voters due to logical discrepancies or mapping issues identified during enumeration.
  • The process requires voters to attend hearings in person within seven days of notice generation.
  • No online facility exists for voters to verify if they are slated to receive a discrepancy notice.
  • Polling station rationalization resulted in the addition of 1,873 stations to ensure a maximum of 1,200 voters per station.
  • Challenges identified include the burden of proof on voters, potential accessibility issues for vulnerable groups (elderly, PwDs), and technical difficulties in accessing digital rolls.

Part of a longer story

This is day 61 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 fundamental to the democratic process. Discuss the challenges associated with the periodic revision of electoral rolls and the role of the Election Commission in ensuring inclusive and accurate voter registration. 150 words
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  2. Examine the significance of the 'Special Intensive Revision' of electoral rolls in the context of the Representation of the People Act. How can the Election Commission balance the need for administrative efficiency in cleaning electoral rolls with the constitutional right of citizens to participate in the electoral process? 250 words
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Prelims

  1. Which of the following categories is commonly used by the Election Commission to identify names for removal from electoral rolls during a revision process?

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