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12 Dec 2025·Source: The Hindu
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Election Commission Extends Electoral Roll Revision Deadline in Select States

Election Commission Extends Electoral Roll Revision Deadline in Select States

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The Election Commission (EC) has extended the deadline for the special intensive revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Tamil Nadu, Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Uttar Pradesh, and the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. The extension varies from three days to a fortnight, with draft electoral rolls to be published by the end of the year.

West Bengal, Goa, Puducherry, Lakshadweep, and Rajasthan did not receive an extension, while Kerala's schedule was extended earlier. The EC stated that extensions were granted to states whose Chief Electoral Officers requested them.

Key Facts

1.

The Election Commission extended the deadline for special intensive revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in five States and one Union Territory.

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The extension duration varies from three days to a fortnight.

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Draft electoral rolls are set to be published by the end of the year.

4.

West Bengal, Goa, Puducherry, Lakshadweep, and Rajasthan did not receive any extension.

UPSC Exam Angles

1.

Constitutional provisions related to elections

2.

Role and functions of the Election Commission of India

3.

Electoral roll revision process and its significance

4.

Impact of accurate electoral rolls on democratic participation

Visual Insights

States with Extended Electoral Roll Revision Deadline

This map highlights the states where the Election Commission has extended the deadline for the special intensive revision of electoral rolls.

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📍Tamil Nadu📍Gujarat📍Madhya Pradesh📍Chhattisgarh📍Uttar Pradesh📍Andaman and Nicobar Islands📍West Bengal📍Goa📍Puducherry📍Lakshadweep📍Rajasthan📍Kerala
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Background

The Election Commission of India (ECI) is a constitutional body responsible for conducting free and fair elections in India. Regular revision of electoral rolls is crucial for maintaining an accurate voter list and ensuring that all eligible citizens can exercise their right to vote.

Latest Developments

The ECI has extended the deadline for the special intensive revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in several states, including Tamil Nadu, Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Uttar Pradesh, and the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. This extension was granted based on requests from the Chief Electoral Officers of these states.

Practice Questions (MCQs)

1. Which of the following statements is/are correct regarding the Election Commission of India (ECI)? 1. The ECI is a multi-member body consisting of a Chief Election Commissioner and two Election Commissioners. 2. The conditions of service of the Election Commissioners are determined by the President of India. 3. The ECI can advise the President on matters relating to the disqualification of Members of Parliament. Select the correct answer using the code given below:

  • 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: D

All three statements are correct. The ECI is a multi-member body, the conditions of service are determined by the President, and it advises the President on disqualification matters.

2. Consider the following statements regarding the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls: 1. The primary objective of SIR is to ensure that all eligible citizens are included in the electoral rolls. 2. During SIR, the Election Commission focuses solely on adding new voters and does not address existing errors in the rolls. 3. The recent extension of the SIR deadline was uniformly applied to all states and union territories. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

  • A.1 only
  • B.2 and 3 only
  • C.1 and 3 only
  • D.1, 2 and 3
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Answer: A

Statement 1 is correct. SIR aims to include all eligible citizens. Statement 2 is incorrect as SIR addresses errors. Statement 3 is incorrect as the extension was not uniform.

3. Which of the following provisions of the Constitution of India deals with the superintendence, direction and control of elections to be vested in an Election Commission?

  • A.Article 320
  • B.Article 324
  • C.Article 326
  • D.Article 329
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Answer: B

Article 324 of the Constitution of India deals with the superintendence, direction and control of elections to be vested in an Election Commission.

4. Assertion (A): Regular revision of electoral rolls is essential for maintaining the integrity of the electoral process. Reason (R): It ensures that only eligible citizens are included in the voter list and prevents fraudulent voting. In the context of the above, which of the following is correct?

  • A.Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
  • B.Both A and R are true but R is NOT the correct explanation of A
  • C.A is true but R is false
  • D.A is false but R is true
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Answer: A

Both the assertion and reason are true, and the reason correctly explains why regular revision is essential.

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