Discrepancies and Revision of Delhi Electoral Rolls

Still running. 2 entries so far, over 2 days from 3 September 2026.

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3 September

Discrepancies in Delhi electoral rolls

Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Delhi has led to reports of valid voters being excluded.
Voters who submitted enumeration forms to Booth Level Officers (BLOs) report their names are missing from the draft roll.
Affected voters are being categorized under the ASDD (Absent, Shifted, Dead, Duplicate) list, specifically marked as 'permanently shifted' or 'absent/untraceable'.
Official data indicates 47.56 lakh names were removed at the draft stage due to non-receipt of enumeration forms.
The Election Commission (EC) procedure requires individuals missing from the draft list to file Form 6 during the claims and objections period ending September 30.
Concerns have been raised regarding the process of bulk filing of Form 7 (request for deletion of names) without sufficient verification or requirement for detailed justification.
Instances of bulk deletion requests have been reported across multiple states, including Rajasthan, Gujarat, Assam, and Jharkhand.

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4 September

Special Intensive Revision (SIR) is a process conducted by the Election Commission (EC) to update electoral rolls.
Under EC rules, voter registration at a specific booth requires an individual to be an ordinary resident of that area for at least six months.
Paragraph 4(d) of the EC guidelines for SIR mandates that names of certain categories of people, if already flagged in the database, must be automatically carried into the draft electoral roll to prevent deletion due to lack of fresh enumeration forms.
The electoral roll revision process is under the jurisdiction of the Election Commission, not state governments.
The 'shifted' status in an electoral roll indicates that a voter is no longer residing at the registered address, necessitating a change in registration.

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Explain the significance of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) process in maintaining the integrity of electoral rolls in India. How does the Election Commission ensure the accuracy of voter data under its existing guidelines? 150 words · 4 September
The principle of 'ordinary residence' is central to the electoral registration process in India. Discuss the legal provisions governing voter residency requirements and the challenges faced by the Election Commission in updating electoral rolls in a highly mobile society. 250 words · 4 September
Discuss the significance of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in maintaining the integrity of the democratic process in India. What are the institutional challenges in ensuring accurate voter registration? 150 words · 3 September
The Election Commission of India is tasked with ensuring free and fair elections. Critically analyze the role of the Election Commission in managing electoral rolls and the potential impact of administrative discrepancies on the fundamental right to vote. 250 words · 3 September

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