Another six lakh names likely to be deleted from West Bengal voter list
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चर्चा में क्यों
The Election Commission of India (ECI) is concluding the special intensive revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in West Bengal, where approximately 6.25 lakh names are likely to be deleted due to non-appearance at hearings.
पृष्ठभूमि
The ECI is conducting a special intensive revision (SIR) in West Bengal to address 'logical discrepancies' in enumeration forms. Out of 1.36 crore voters who received notices, 1.23 crore have been verified as of February 2026.
प्रीलिम्स के लिए तथ्य
- संस्थाECI: The body responsible for the special intensive revision (SIR) of electoral rolls.
- तथ्यApproximately 6.25 lakh electors did not appear for SIR hearings in West Bengal.
- तथ्य1.36 crore voters received notices for 'logical discrepancies' in enumeration forms in West Bengal.
- पदGyanesh Kumar: Chief Election Commissioner of India.
मेन्स के लिए
Q. Discuss the importance of periodic and intensive revision of electoral rolls in ensuring the integrity of the democratic process in India.
उत्तर के आयाम
- Data integrity: Addressing 'logical discrepancies' to prevent duplicate entries or fraudulent registrations
- Administrative accountability: Ensuring District Magistrates adhere to ECI directives on voter eligibility
- Inclusion vs. Accuracy: Balancing the removal of ineligible voters with the right to suffrage for genuine citizens
कीवर्ड: Electoral Integrity · Special Intensive Revision · Voter List Purification · Administrative Oversight · Democratic Franchise
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