ECI to provide another opportunity for ASDD electors in 7 States
GS2Polity · Governance · IR· Elections, ECI & electoral reforms· Prelims·
Electoral roll management and voter inclusion: a relevant GS2 topic on democratic integrity.
Why in news
The Election Commission of India (ECI) decided on November 6, 2026, to provide another opportunity for electors marked as Absent, Shifted, Dead and Duplicate (ASDD) to be included in the electoral rolls.
Background
The ECI directed officials to establish a monitoring mechanism for seven specific states: Delhi, Maharashtra, Haryana, Andhra Pradesh, Jharkhand, Telangana, and Nagaland. These individuals were originally excluded from the Draft Electoral Rolls during the Special Intensive Revision.
Facts for Prelims
- BodyECI: The body responsible for overseeing the electoral roll revision and monitoring mechanisms.
- FactASDD: The acronym for electors marked as Absent, Shifted, Dead, and Duplicate.
- PlaceThe seven states/UTs identified for monitoring are Delhi, Maharashtra, Haryana, Andhra Pradesh, Jharkhand, Telangana, and Nagaland.
Prelims practice question
Which of the following states is included in the list of seven states/UTs identified by the ECI for monitoring ASDD electors?
- (a)Gujarat
- (b)West Bengal
- (c)Nagaland
- (d)Kerala
Show answer
Answer: (c) Nagaland — Nagaland is one of the seven specific states/UTs identified for the monitoring mechanism.
For Mains
Q. Discuss the importance of periodic electoral roll revisions in ensuring the integrity of the democratic process and the challenges in managing 'ASDD' categories.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Data integrity: Ensuring the removal of 'Dead' and 'Duplicate' entries to prevent electoral fraud
- Logistical hurdles: Challenges in tracking 'Shifted' voters across different jurisdictions
- Inclusivity gap: Balancing the exclusion of ineligible voters with the right to suffrage for 'Absent' electors
Keywords: Electoral Roll · Special Intensive Revision · Democratic Integrity · Voter Inclusion · Monitoring Mechanism
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