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30 August 2026

Telangana electoral rolls revision extension

The topic highlights the functional challenges and transparency measures of the Election Commission of India in maintaining electoral rolls, which is a core governance and constitutional issue relevant to the UPSC syllabus.

1 min read Day 65 of 76 2 questions 2 prelims

Notes

  • Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls is currently underway in Telangana.
  • The Election Commission of India (ECI) is the constitutional body responsible for the preparation and revision of electoral rolls.
  • Concerns have been raised regarding the 'Absent, Shifted, Dead and Duplicate' (ASDD) classification system.
  • Out of 3.38 crore electors, approximately 73.39 lakh entries are currently categorized under ASDD.
  • Data indicates that 62% of ASDD entries are classified as 'permanently shifted'.
  • An additional 32.36 lakh entries have been flagged for lacking a link to the previous electoral roll.
  • The total number of electors requiring verification or notice is approximately 92.86 lakh.
  • Proposed safeguards for the revision process include the public reading of draft electoral rolls to ensure transparency and inclusivity.

Part of a longer story

This is day 65 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. Discuss the significance of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in maintaining the integrity of the democratic process in India. How can the Election Commission of India balance administrative efficiency with the inclusion of all eligible voters? 150 words
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  2. The accuracy of electoral rolls is the bedrock of free and fair elections. In light of the challenges associated with the classification of voters as 'Absent, Shifted, Dead or Duplicate' (ASDD), examine the mechanisms available to the Election Commission to ensure that no eligible citizen is disenfranchised during the revision process. 250 words
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Prelims

  1. Which constitutional body is primarily responsible for the superintendence, direction, and control of the preparation of electoral rolls for elections to Parliament and State Legislatures in India?

  2. In the context of electoral roll management, what does the acronym 'ASDD' stand for?

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