ECI Launches Intensive Electoral Roll Revision Across 12 States and UTs
The Election Commission of India has initiated a special drive to update voter lists in 12 states and UTs, ensuring accuracy and inclusivity.
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ECI is conducting a Special Intensive Revision of Electoral Rolls.
The aim is to ensure "No eligible voter should be left out, No ineligible voter should be added."
The process involves checking names, filling enumeration forms, and making corrections.
Services are available via the voters.eci.gov.in website and the ECINet App.
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ECI's Intensive Electoral Roll Revision Across India
This map highlights a representative set of 12 states and Union Territories where the Election Commission of India has launched a 'Special Intensive Revision of Electoral Rolls'. This drive aims to ensure comprehensive and accurate voter lists by including all eligible citizens and removing ineligible names.
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Constitutional provisions related to ECI and elections (Articles 324-329)
Statutory framework: Representation of the People Acts, 1950 and 1951
Functions and powers of the ECI
Electoral reforms and challenges in election management
Role of technology in electoral processes (ECINet app, online registration)
Importance of accurate electoral rolls for democratic integrity and adult suffrage
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Summary
The Election Commission of India (ECI) has kicked off a "Special Intensive Revision of Electoral Rolls" across 12 states and Union Territories. What's this all about? Essentially, it's a major drive to make sure that every eligible citizen is registered to vote and that no ineligible names are on the list. The ECI's motto for this drive is "No eligible voter should be left out, No ineligible voter should be added," highlighting its commitment to accurate and inclusive voter lists.
Citizens can check their names, fill out enumeration forms, and make corrections or additions through the ECI website (voters.eci.gov.in) or the ECINet mobile app. This process is crucial for maintaining the integrity of India's democratic elections.
Background
The Election Commission of India (ECI) is a permanent and independent body established by Article 324 of the Constitution of India. It is responsible for the superintendence, direction, and control of the preparation of electoral rolls for, and the conduct of, all elections to Parliament and to the Legislature of every State and of elections to the offices of President and Vice-President of India.
Regular revision of electoral rolls is a statutory requirement under the Representation of the People Act, 1950, and is crucial for maintaining the accuracy and integrity of the democratic process. Historically, electoral rolls have faced issues like duplicate entries, names of deceased voters, and exclusion of eligible voters, necessitating periodic intensive revision drives.
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Practice Questions (MCQs)
1. Consider the following statements regarding the recent "Special Intensive Revision of Electoral Rolls" by the Election Commission of India (ECI): 1. The drive aims to ensure that no eligible voter is left out and no ineligible voter is added to the electoral rolls. 2. The superintendence, direction, and control of the preparation of electoral rolls for all elections to Parliament and State Legislatures are vested in the ECI by Article 324 of the Constitution. 3. Citizens can only check their names and make corrections through designated physical camps, not through online platforms. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
- A.1 only
- B.1 and 2 only
- C.2 and 3 only
- D.1, 2 and 3
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Answer: B
Statement 1 is correct, as it directly reflects the ECI's stated motto for the drive. Statement 2 is correct. Article 324 of the Constitution vests the ECI with the power of superintendence, direction, and control of elections, including the preparation of electoral rolls. Statement 3 is incorrect. The news explicitly mentions that citizens can use the ECI website (voters.eci.gov.in) or the ECINet mobile app for checking names, filling forms, and making corrections/additions.
2. With reference to the Election Commission of India (ECI) and electoral laws, consider the following statements: 1. The Representation of the People Act, 1950, primarily deals with the conduct of elections, including administrative machinery for elections. 2. The ECI is responsible for the preparation of electoral rolls for elections to Parliament, State Legislatures, and the offices of President and Vice-President. 3. The Chief Election Commissioner and Election Commissioners hold office for a term of six years or until they attain the age of 65 years, whichever is earlier. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
- A.1 and 2 only
- B.2 and 3 only
- C.1 and 3 only
- D.1, 2 and 3
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Answer: B
Statement 1 is incorrect. The Representation of the People Act, 1950, deals with the preparation and revision of electoral rolls, allocation of seats, and delimitation of constituencies. The Representation of the People Act, 1951, deals with the conduct of elections, administrative machinery, qualifications/disqualifications for membership, and election disputes. Statement 2 is correct. Article 324 explicitly states these responsibilities for the ECI. Statement 3 is correct. This is the tenure provision for the Chief Election Commissioner and Election Commissioners.
3. In the context of electoral rolls and the right to vote in India, which of the following statements is NOT correct?
- A.Article 325 of the Constitution prohibits discrimination on grounds of religion, race, caste, or sex in the preparation of electoral rolls.
- B.The right to vote in India is a fundamental right guaranteed under Article 19(1)(a) of the Constitution.
- C.Article 326 of the Constitution provides for elections to the House of the People and to the Legislative Assembly of every State to be on the basis of adult suffrage.
- D.The minimum age for voting in India was reduced from 21 years to 18 years by the 61st Constitutional Amendment Act.
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Answer: B
Statement A is correct. Article 325 ensures that no person shall be ineligible for inclusion in, or claim to be included in a special electoral roll on grounds only of religion, race, caste, sex or any of them. Statement B is incorrect. The right to vote in India is a constitutional right, not a fundamental right. It is provided for under Article 326 of the Constitution and further regulated by statutory laws like the Representation of the People Act. Statement C is correct. Article 326 establishes adult suffrage as the basis for elections to the Lok Sabha and State Legislative Assemblies. Statement D is correct. The 61st Constitutional Amendment Act, 1988, reduced the voting age from 21 to 18 years.