Uttar Pradesh Electoral Roll Revision: Lucknow Records Highest Deletion Rate
Lucknow sees highest voter roll deletions at 30%, Lalitpur the lowest, post revision.
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Key Facts
Lucknow deletion rate: 30%
Lowest deletion rate: Lalitpur
Purpose: Update and correct voter lists
UPSC Exam Angles
GS Paper II: Polity and Governance - Electoral Reforms
Connects to Representation of People Act, ECI's role, voter registration
Potential questions on electoral reforms, role of technology in elections
Visual Insights
Uttar Pradesh: Voter Deletion Rates by District (2026)
Map showing voter deletion rates across districts in Uttar Pradesh, with Lucknow having the highest rate at 30%.
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Background
The evolution of electoral roll revision in India is rooted in the Representation of the People Act, 1950, which laid the foundation for preparing and maintaining electoral rolls. Initially, the process was manual and prone to errors. Over the decades, the Election Commission of India (ECI) has introduced various reforms to enhance the accuracy and integrity of voter lists.
Key milestones include the introduction of photo electoral rolls, the use of technology for data management, and the establishment of a systematic process for deletion of deceased or migrated voters. The concept of 'netizen electors' and online registration has also been introduced to facilitate easier registration. These changes reflect a continuous effort to ensure fair and transparent elections.
Latest Developments
In recent years, the ECI has focused on leveraging technology to improve the efficiency and accuracy of electoral roll revisions. The introduction of the Electoral Registration Officer Net (ERONET) system has streamlined the process of data entry and verification. The linking of Aadhaar with voter IDs, though voluntary, aims to eliminate duplicate entries.
Furthermore, the ECI has been actively promoting voter awareness campaigns to encourage citizens to register and update their details. Looking ahead, the use of artificial intelligence and machine learning could further enhance the accuracy of voter lists by identifying and removing discrepancies more effectively. The focus is on creating a robust and inclusive electoral system that reflects the true demographic composition of the country.
Practice Questions (MCQs)
1. Consider the following statements regarding the Election Commission of India (ECI): 1. The ECI is a constitutional body responsible for conducting free and fair elections. 2. The ECI can recommend the delimitation of constituencies to the Parliament. 3. The Chief Election Commissioner can be removed from office in the same manner and on the same grounds as a judge of the Supreme Court. 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: D
All three statements are correct. The ECI is a constitutional body (Article 324), it can recommend delimitation, and the CEC's removal process is similar to that of a Supreme Court judge.
2. Which of the following factors could contribute to a high voter deletion rate in a particular district, as observed in the Uttar Pradesh electoral roll revision? 1. Significant out-migration of the population. 2. High mortality rates due to a local epidemic. 3. Inefficient data management by local electoral authorities. Select the correct answer using the code given below:
- A.1 only
- B.2 and 3 only
- C.1 and 3 only
- D.1, 2 and 3
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Answer: D
All the factors listed can contribute to a high voter deletion rate. Out-migration and mortality directly reduce the number of eligible voters, while inefficient data management can lead to inaccurate voter lists.
3. With reference to electoral reforms in India, consider the following: Assertion (A): Electoral roll revisions are crucial for maintaining the integrity of the electoral process. Reason (R): These revisions help in removing duplicates, deceased voters, and those who have moved, thereby preventing voter fraud and ensuring fair elections. 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 the reason are true, and the reason correctly explains why electoral roll revisions are crucial.
Source Articles
UP draft roll: Deletions not uniform, Lucknow has highest at 30%, Lalitpur least at 9.95% | Lucknow News - The Indian Express
UP draft voter list out: 12.55 crore voters make the cut, 2.89 crore deleted after SIR
UP SIR 2026 Voter List: How to check deleted names in draft electoral roll 2026 voter list in Prayagraj, Lucknow, Agra on eci.gov.in? What to do if name is missing
UP SIR Draft Roll LIVE Updates: Draft voter list 2026 released, nearly 3 crore names deleted
Uttar Pradesh SIR draft rolls delayed a third time, over 18% deletions likely | Political Pulse News - The Indian Express