Uttar Pradesh SIR: ECI releases draft voter list; over 2.8 crore names deleted
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Why in news
The Election Commission of India released the draft voter list for Uttar Pradesh, excluding over 2.8 crore names to ensure electoral roll accuracy.
Background
The Election Commission of India released the draft voter list for Uttar Pradesh on January 6, 2026. The draft contains 12.55 crore names, with over 2.8 crore names deleted due to deaths, migration, or multiple registrations.
Facts for Prelims
- FactOver 2.8 crore names were excluded from the Uttar Pradesh draft voter list due to deaths, migration, or multiple registrations.
- FactThe draft voter list for Uttar Pradesh contains 12.55 crore names.
- FactThe window for claims and objections regarding the draft voter list runs from January 6 to February 6, 2026.
For Mains
Q. Discuss the significance of periodic revision of electoral rolls in ensuring the integrity of the democratic process in India.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Data integrity: Preventing 'ghost voters' and duplicate entries to ensure 'one person, one vote'
- Logistical hurdles: Challenges in updating records for large-scale internal migration and rural mortality
- Transparency mechanisms: Public participation through claims and objections to validate voter eligibility
Keywords: Electoral Integrity · Voter List Revision · Democracy · Constitutional Mandate · Transparency
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