Election Commission Extends Uttar Pradesh Electoral Roll Revision Again
Election Commission extends Uttar Pradesh's Special Intensive Revision, highlighting challenges in electoral roll management.
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The Election Commission of India (ECI) has once again extended the schedule for the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Uttar Pradesh by another week. The draft list, now expected on January 6 instead of December 31, will lead to the final list being published on March 6. This marks multiple extensions for the process which began on November 4.
A significant concern is that over one crore voters on the draft list fall under the 'unmapped' category, requiring them to submit documents to retain their names. This situation underscores the complexities and challenges faced by the ECI in maintaining accurate and inclusive electoral rolls, a fundamental aspect of democratic governance.
मुख्य तथ्य
ECI extended SIR schedule for Uttar Pradesh
Draft list to be published on January 6
Final list to be published on March 6
Over one crore voters are 'unmapped' in the draft list
SIR process began on November 4
UPSC परीक्षा के दृष्टिकोण
Constitutional provisions related to ECI (Article 324)
Functions and powers of ECI, especially regarding electoral rolls
Provisions of Representation of the People Act, 1950 and 1951
Challenges in electoral administration and reforms
Impact of accurate electoral rolls on democratic governance
दृश्य सामग्री
Uttar Pradesh: Electoral Roll Revision in Focus (Dec 2025)
This map highlights Uttar Pradesh, the state central to the news regarding the extended electoral roll revision. The significant number of 'unmapped' voters underscores the administrative challenges in maintaining accurate voter lists.
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Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of Electoral Rolls Process (Uttar Pradesh, 2025-2026)
This flowchart illustrates the typical steps involved in the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, highlighting the recent extensions in Uttar Pradesh.
- 1.ECI Announces SIR Schedule & Qualifying Date (e.g., Nov 4, 2025)
- 2.House-to-House Verification & Data Collection
- 3.Publication of Draft Electoral Roll (Originally Dec 31, 2025; Extended to Jan 6, 2026)
- 4.Period for Filing Claims & Objections (e.g., Jan 6 - Feb 5, 2026)
- 5.Disposal of Claims & Objections by EROs/AEROs
- 6.Final Publication of Electoral Roll (Originally Feb 2026; Extended to March 6, 2026)
और जानकारी
पृष्ठभूमि
नवीनतम घटनाक्रम
The ECI has repeatedly extended the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Uttar Pradesh, a significant state. The latest extension pushes the draft list publication to January 6 and the final list to March 6.
A major concern highlighted is that over one crore voters in the draft list are categorized as 'unmapped', meaning they lack proper address verification and need to submit documents to retain their names. This situation underscores the ongoing complexities and resource demands faced by the ECI.
बहुविकल्पीय प्रश्न (MCQ)
1. Consider the following statements regarding the Election Commission of India (ECI) and electoral rolls: 1. The power to prepare and revise electoral rolls for all elections to Parliament and State Legislatures vests solely with the Election Commission of India. 2. The Chief Electoral Officer of a state is appointed by the Governor of the respective state in consultation with the Election Commission. 3. The Representation of the People Act, 1950 primarily deals with the preparation and revision of electoral rolls. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
उत्तर देखें
सही उत्तर: C
Statement 1 is correct. Article 324 of the Constitution vests the superintendence, direction, and control of the preparation of electoral rolls and the conduct of elections with the ECI. Statement 2 is incorrect. The Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) of a state is appointed by the Election Commission of India in consultation with the State Government, not by the Governor. Statement 3 is correct. The Representation of the People Act, 1950, provides for the allocation of seats and delimitation of constituencies for elections to Parliament and State Legislatures, and the preparation of electoral rolls.
2. In the context of the recent electoral roll revision process and the issue of 'unmapped' voters, consider the following statements: 1. 'Unmapped' voters typically refer to individuals whose residential addresses cannot be verified through existing records, often due to migration or data discrepancies. 2. The process of disqualification of voters from electoral rolls is primarily governed by the Representation of the People Act, 1951. 3. The Election Commission of India has the power to direct the state governments to provide staff for the preparation and revision of electoral rolls. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
उत्तर देखें
सही उत्तर: D
Statement 1 is correct. 'Unmapped' voters, as highlighted in the news, are those whose details, especially addresses, are not properly linked or verified, requiring them to submit additional documents. Statement 2 is correct. While RPA 1950 deals with preparation of rolls, RPA 1951 deals with the conduct of elections, qualifications and disqualifications for membership, and electoral offences. Disqualification from voting is a part of this. Statement 3 is correct. Article 324(6) of the Constitution empowers the ECI to request the President or the Governor of a State to make available such staff as may be necessary for the discharge of its functions, including electoral roll revision.
3. Which of the following statements is NOT correct regarding the functions and powers of the Election Commission of India (ECI)?
उत्तर देखें
सही उत्तर: C
Statement A is correct. Delimitation is a key function of ECI, though it's often done by a Delimitation Commission appointed by the President, ECI plays a crucial role. Statement B is correct. The ECI is responsible for registering political parties under Section 29A of the RPA, 1951, and granting them recognition. Statement C is NOT correct. The Model Code of Conduct (MCC) is a set of guidelines evolved over time with the consensus of political parties. It does not have statutory backing, but the ECI enforces it with significant authority, drawing powers from Article 324. Statement D is correct. Under Article 103(1), the President's decision on questions as to disqualifications of MPs is based on the opinion of the ECI.